Environmental Management, Restoration & Purification, Water Resources & Supply, Water Quality & Management, Hydrology
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Overview
This 3rd edition introduces operator trainees to the basic information related to the raw sources of drinking water supply. The text assumes no prior knowledge and starts with basic hydrology. Subsequent chapters go deeper into sources for community drinking water supply; operating wells, surface water, storage, groundwater, volume, aquifers, water rights, regulations and more. Filled with clarifying photos and illustrations.Synopsis
This reference guide for water utility operators presents basic information relating to water sources. Coverage includes such topics as water supply hydrology, groundwater sources, emergency water sources, factors affecting source water quality, and water source protection. The use and conservation of water is also discussed. The text is accompanied throughout by b&w photographs, tables, and diagrams. A glossary of terms completes the volume. Annotation ©2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Book Details
Published
July 1, 2003
Publisher
American Water Works Association
Pages
220
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9781583212295