Water quality modeling is becoming popular with water utilities seeking to better
understand the dynamic behavior of their distribution systems. The development of a
water quality model often involves intensive data collection efforts, making it difficult for
many utilities to undertake. This paper illustrates an application of water quality
modeling for small systems. Because of their compact size, water quality modeling can
be successfully implemented by small systems with minimal effort, particularly if the
modeling goal is a general understanding of water quality dynamics rather than a precise
prediction of specific water quality parameters. A water quality model was developed for
the Town of Carthage, North Carolina and was used to simulate free chlorine concentrations in
summer months, combined chlorine concentrations in winter months, and the movement
of constituents throughout the system during a switch in disinfectants. The results of the
modeling effort show that tank sizing, pipe material, and residence time all affect the
water quality in the distribution system. Includes 3 references, figures.
| Edition : | Vol. - No. |
| File Size : | 1
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| Number of Pages : | 9 |
| Published : | 06/17/2004 |
