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Content Menu
● Understanding Sewage in Cities: Skylines
● Best Practices for Placing Sewage Treatment Facilities
>> 1. Locate Sewage Outlets Downstream from Water Pumps
>> 2. Use Natural Water Flow to Your Advantage
>> 3. Separate Residential and Industrial Sewage
>> 4. Utilize Wastewater Treatment Plants for Large Cities
>> 5. Connect Facilities with Roads Having Built-in Pipes
● Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Sewage Treatment System
>> Step 1: Identify Water Sources and Flow Direction
>> Step 2: Place Water Pumping Stations Upstream
>> Step 3: Place Sewage Outlets or Treatment Plants Downstream
>> Step 4: Connect All Facilities with Pipes or Road Pipes
>> Step 5: Monitor Pollution and Upgrade as Needed
● Advanced Tips for Sewage Management
>> Chemical Purification Upgrade
>> Use Multiple Sewage Outlets
● FAQ
>> 1. Where should I place sewage outlets in Cities: Skylines?
>> 2. What is the difference between sewage outlets and wastewater treatment plants?
>> 3. Can I place sewage treatment plants inland?
>> 4. How do I connect sewage treatment facilities?
>> 5. How can I reduce sewage pollution in my city?
In Cities: Skylines, managing sewage is a critical part of city planning to maintain a healthy and sustainable environment for your citizens. Proper placement of sewage treatment facilities not only prevents pollution but also optimizes your city's water management system. This comprehensive guide will explore the best strategies for placing sewage treatment plants, pipes, and related infrastructure in *Cities: Skylines* to keep your city clean and efficient.
Before diving into placement strategies, it's essential to understand how sewage works in the game.
- Water Pumping Stations draw clean water from rivers or lakes.
- Sewage Outlets dispose of dirty water back into the environment.
- Wastewater Treatment Plants clean sewage before releasing it, reducing pollution.
- Pipes connect these facilities and transport water and sewage underground or along roads.
Pollution maps help visualize water and ground pollution caused by sewage mismanagement, which affects citizen health and land value.
Sewage management is not just about placing buildings; it's about understanding the flow and interaction between water intake and sewage output. If you misplace sewage outlets, your city's water supply becomes contaminated, leading to health problems, lower land value, and unhappy citizens. The game simulates these effects realistically, making sewage placement a vital part of city planning.
Always place sewage outlets downstream from water pumping stations to avoid re-contaminating your water supply. If sewage is pumped upstream, your city will intake polluted water, causing health issues and unhappy citizens.
For example, if your city is located along a river flowing from north to south, place water pumps upstream (north side) and sewage outlets downstream (south side). This ensures that dirty water flows away from your intake points.
Place sewage outlets where the water flow will carry pollutants away from your city. Rivers and ocean currents can help disperse pollution, but stagnant water bodies will accumulate it, harming your city's environment.
In coastal cities, placing sewage outlets in the ocean is often effective, as ocean currents help dilute pollutants. However, avoid placing outlets in bays or enclosed water bodies where water circulation is limited.
If possible, separate sewage outlets for residential and industrial zones to better manage pollution levels. Industrial sewage tends to be more polluting, so treating it separately can reduce overall contamination.
You can build multiple sewage outlets or treatment plants and connect them to different zones. This separation allows you to prioritize treatment for heavily polluted industrial sewage.
For larger cities, the standard sewage outlet is insufficient. Wastewater treatment plants remove pollutants from sewage, producing cleaner water and reducing environmental damage. Place these plants near water bodies but ensure their outflow points are downstream or in areas with good water circulation.
Wastewater treatment plants are more expensive but essential for sustainable growth. They also produce less ground pollution compared to sewage outlets.
Pipes can be laid independently or come integrated with roads. Using roads with built-in pipes simplifies infrastructure and reduces costs. Ensure all sewage treatment buildings are connected to the water network and power grid for optimal operation.
Using roads with pipes also helps keep your city visually clean and organized, as you avoid a maze of underground pipes.
- Use the water pollution overlay to check current pollution levels.
- Find a river or lake with a clear flow direction.
Understanding water flow is crucial. You can use the terrain and water flow indicators to determine the direction of the river or ocean currents.
- Place water pumps upstream to ensure clean water intake.
- Connect pumps to your water network.
Make sure pumps are not too close to sewage outlets or polluted water to avoid contamination.
- Place sewage outlets downstream or along the flow path.
- For larger cities, build wastewater treatment plants instead of simple outlets.
If your city grows, consider replacing sewage outlets with treatment plants to reduce pollution.
- Use the pipe tool to connect pumps, treatment plants, and outlets.
- Ensure continuous connection to avoid sewage backups.
Check for any gaps in your pipe network regularly to prevent sewage blockages.
- Use pollution overlays regularly.
- Upgrade to advanced treatment plants or add chemical purification to reduce pollutants further.
Pollution overlays are your best friend for identifying problem areas and planning upgrades.
Use Eco Inland Water Treatment Plants (available in the *Green Cities* DLC) to reduce ground pollution if you have no access to flowing water bodies. These plants use natural filtration methods and are ideal for cities surrounded by lakes or ponds.
Upgrade sewage outlets or treatment plants to chemical purification to minimize pollutants discharged into water. This upgrade is especially useful in dense urban areas where water pollution can spread quickly.
Add extra processing units to wastewater treatment plants to increase treatment capacity and water recycling. This helps sustain larger populations without increasing pollution.
Sewage treatment plants can cause ground pollution; place them away from residential zones to avoid health issues. Use the ground pollution overlay to check affected areas and adjust placement accordingly.
In sprawling cities, use multiple sewage outlets to distribute pollution over a larger area, reducing the impact on any single water body.
- Placing Sewage Outlets Upstream: This leads to immediate water contamination.
- Ignoring Water Flow Direction: Pollution accumulates and spreads to residential areas.
- Overloading Sewage Outlets: Causes backups and increased pollution.
- Neglecting Pipe Connections: Leads to sewage system failures and health crises.
- Building Treatment Plants Too Close to Residences: Causes ground pollution and lowers land value.
Proper placement of sewage treatment facilities in *Cities: Skylines* is vital for maintaining a clean, healthy city environment. Always place sewage outlets and treatment plants downstream of water pumps, leverage natural water flow, and upgrade your infrastructure as your city grows. Using roads with built-in pipes simplifies connections, while advanced treatment options and eco-friendly upgrades help reduce pollution further. Regularly monitoring pollution maps and adjusting your sewage system ensures sustainable city growth and citizen satisfaction.
By following these guidelines, you can build a thriving city with clean water, healthy citizens, and a beautiful environment.
Sewage outlets should be placed downstream from your water pumping stations to prevent polluted water from being drawn back into your city's water supply.
Sewage outlets pump raw sewage directly into water bodies, causing pollution, while wastewater treatment plants clean the sewage before releasing it, significantly reducing pollution.
Yes, but be aware that inland treatment plants can cause ground pollution, which affects nearby land value and citizen health. Use eco-friendly treatment plants if available to reduce this effect.
You can connect them using pipes laid manually or by building roads with built-in pipes, which automatically connect water and sewage infrastructure.
Upgrade to wastewater treatment plants, use chemical purification, add extra processing units, and place facilities strategically downstream and away from residential zones to minimize pollution.
