Sokcho City Lays Important Foundation for Sustainable Supply of Clean Water
41.1 Billion Won Invested... Up to 2,500 Tons of Daily Leakage to Be Reduced, Effective Drought Response Expected
On December 16, Sokcho City in Gangwon Province signed a consignment agreement with Korea Water Resources Corporation (K-water) in the City Hall Situation Room to establish a sustainable water supply system and carry out the maintenance project for aging water pipelines.
Sokcho City signed a consignment agreement with Korea Water Resources Corporation (K-water) on the 16th in the City Hall Situation Room to establish a sustainable water supply system and to carry out the maintenance project for aging water pipelines. Provided by Sokcho City
This project will invest a total of approximately 41.1 billion won to renovate 52.7 kilometers of aging water supply pipelines. Through this agreement, Sokcho City and K-water, a specialized water management institution, have established a cooperative framework to efficiently and successfully implement the project, laying an important foundation for providing Sokcho residents with a stable supply of clean tap water.
The aging water pipeline maintenance project is a national initiative promoted by the Ministry of Environment since 2017 to ensure a clean and safe water supply. The core objective is to replace old water pipelines, which are identified as a major cause of tap water quality deterioration, in order to reduce leakage and prevent water waste.
In October, Sokcho City was selected by the Ministry of Environment as a new project site for 2026.
From 2026 to 2031, the city plans to renovate 52.7 kilometers of aging water pipelines in the areas of Jangsa, Nohak, Joyang, Cheongho, Daepo, Seorak, Domun, and Gyodong in phases over six years. Through this, the city expects to reduce daily water leakage by up to 2,500 tons, equivalent to an annual loss of 1.2 billion won. As a result, Sokcho City anticipates being able to respond more reliably to water shortages, including droughts.
Lee Byungseon, Mayor of Sokcho, stated, "This agreement marks an important step toward solving Sokcho's water shortage issues and establishing a sustainable water supply system. Based on K-water's outstanding technology and expertise, we will carry out the project swiftly and transparently to realize a supply and management system for clean water that citizens can truly experience."
Meanwhile, starting with this agreement, the city plans to begin basic and detailed design work around March 2026 and fully launch the project. The city expects that, upon completion, water supply-which is directly linked to the quality of life for residents-will become even more reliable.
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