Surface Water
Sourcing drinking water from surface water sources such as rivers, lakes, and reservoirs, is a common practice in many parts of the world.
However, it requires careful management and treatment to ensure that water is safe for human consumption. Common treatment processes include coagulation and flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, disinfection (typically using chlorine or UV radiation), and sometimes advanced processes like activated carbon adsorption or membrane filtration.
Drinking water from surface water sources must comply with national and local regulations and standards for water quality. Authorities often set permissible levels for various contaminants to ensure public health and safety.