Early Urban Water Management of Gdansk, Poland

Abstract

This paper describes origin and development of sewer system in Gdansk, Poland, design
parameters for water use and wastewater generation, gravity siphons, pumping stations,
sewage fields. It was the first and complete solution of urban water on the European
continent. This report gives literature review, background of decisions, comprehensive results
and final conclusions. Paper focused on the water-based infrastructure in the city, namely
potable water, sewerage, irrigation and drainage. Described technologies are still in use and
can be used in the future in developing countries, for example for re-use of wastewater on
irrigation fields.