Future Domestic Water Demand for Jeddah City

Abstract

The paper discusses the present and future (1431-1460 A.H.) water demand and water resources for the domestic use in Jeddah city. Projection of both water demand driven by population as well as water resources are illustrated. Three scenarios are presented representing high, moderate and low cases for the population. Under each case, the level of water shortage problem is addressed and it is shown that without water conservation Jeddah city will face significant water shortage.