AI-powered satellite technology detecting seepage in open canal infrastructure, without disrupting water delivery or requiring field access.
"She sealed the sky. We seal the earth."
Seepage losses in unlined irrigation canals, per USGS research across western US canal systems.
Average cost to reline a single mile of canal infrastructure.
Open canal infrastructure spans millions of miles across every continent, irrigating farmland, supplying cities, and sustaining ecosystems. Yet the vast majority of these systems have no systematic way to detect seepage or water loss before it becomes catastrophic. Leaks go undetected for months. Water is wasted. Infrastructure quietly fails.
A purpose-built pipeline combining satellite imagery, machine learning, and geospatial reporting tuned for arid-climate canal networks.
Multispectral satellite imagery captures canal conditions on a recurring cadence. No field crews, no disruption, no physical access required.
Proprietary machine learning models trained specifically for open canal seepage patterns, not repurposed from underground pipe detection.
Geospatial reports deliver precise hotspot locations ranked by severity, giving operations teams exactly where to look.
Our technology has been rigorously tested and field-verified on a major operational canal system, building the detection foundation that scales to any open water infrastructure.
Mission-aligned, nonprofit, and engineered to operate at the scale and budget of public water systems.
Fraction of competitor costs. Covers entire canal networks efficiently.
Satellite-based monitoring requires zero physical access to infrastructure or interruption to water delivery.
Monthly recurring monitoring tracks changes over time, enabling proactive maintenance before major leaks develop.
Existing leak detection technologies, including acoustic sensors, underground radar, and manual patrol surveys, were designed for pressurized underground pipes. Open canal seepage is a fundamentally different physical problem requiring a fundamentally different approach. NyuWater is the only service delivering satellite-based, recurring seepage risk intelligence specifically engineered for open canal infrastructure.
From raw imagery to actionable maintenance reports, engineered for water managers, not data scientists.
AI-powered identification of potential seepage zones using satellite imagery and proprietary algorithms calibrated for open water infrastructure.
Geospatial reports highlighting high-risk canal segments with severity rankings and precise location coordinates for operations teams.
Ongoing recurring surveillance that tracks changes over time, preventing long-term water waste before it escalates.
Actionable analysis of environmental and spectral data providing water managers with a clearer picture of their infrastructure's condition.
Tailored deliverable formats designed around each agency's operational requirements and reporting standards.
Working alongside the agencies and districts responsible for stewarding the Southwest's most precious resource.
Regional water authorities managing canal systems and large-scale infrastructure networks.
Agricultural water providers operating extensive canal networks serving farming communities.
City and county agencies responsible for public water infrastructure and supply continuity.
State, federal, and international organizations focused on water conservation and ecosystem protection.
A streamlined workflow that turns satellite passes into prioritized maintenance recommendations.
Multispectral imagery acquired across the canal network on a recurring cadence.
Spectral indices feed our trained ML models to surface anomaly signatures.
Suspected leaks are scored, geolocated, and ranked by severity and confidence.
Actionable reports delivered directly to your operations and maintenance team.
NyuWater Engineering is an Arizona Nonprofit Corporation. Mission-driven technology for the public good.
Our work is guided by a commitment to water conservation, not profit maximization.
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