isolation trace

An isolation trace is a traceA trace is an action that analyzes the paths in a utility network and returns features based on connectivity or traversability from the specified starting points.Learn more that is used to determine the minimum set of operable assets (pointA point is a type of geometry containing a single set of x,y coordinates and a spatial reference.Learn more and lineA polyline is a type of geometry containing ordered point coordinates and a spatial reference.Learn more features) required to stop a utility network'sA utility network is a feature service that represents a utility system, such as water, gas, or electricity. A utility network provides the capabilities to visualize, edit, and analyze utility assets and data.Learn more resource from traveling / flowing, effectively isolating an area of the network. For instance, when a leak occurs on a water network, particular valves must be closed to eliminate water flow at the leak location. This prevents damage and allows field crews to safely start the repair process.