Characterizing Microbial Water Quality in Reclaimed Water Distribution Systems

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Characterizes the extent and nature of problems of water quality deterioration as it relates to microbial fouling and regrowth in reclaimed distribution systems. Also determines the operational procedures to best meet the needs of utilities for operation of reclaimed water storage/distribution systems and provides guidelines for the operation and maintenance of these systems. Tailored Collaboration partner: San Antonio (Texas) Water System. Published in 2005.

Originally funded as WERF project Reuse-01-06

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Characterizing Microbial Water Quality in Reclaimed Water Distribution Systems

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Characterizing Microbial Water Quality in Reclaimed Water Distribution Systems

Application of Microbial Risk Assessment Techniques to Estimate Risk Due to Exposure to Reclaimed Waters - Phase I

Occurrence of Legionella pneumophila In Drinking Water Distribution Systems

Use of DNA Nanostructures as Viral Surrogates in Potable Reuse Applications

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Filtration Process Control for Pathogen Removal and Climate Change Adaptation

Understanding the Mechanisms of Chlorine and Chloramine Impact on Opportunistic Pathogens in Distribution Systems

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