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Project #183

Factors Affecting Microbial Growth in Model Distribution Systems

$130,987
Completed
Principal Investigator
Anne
Camper
Research Manager
Kate A Martin
Contractor
Montana State University
Microbes & Pathogens
Pipes
Treatment
Distribution System Management
Final Report

Abstract

Determines the influence of unsteady-state conditions such as changes in assimilable organic carbon, temperature, and disinfection concentration on coliform growth in the distribution system. Confirms correlations between operational and environmental variables and coliform regrowth events observed in the two-year field survey conducted as part of project #704. Also determines the effect of monochloramine on steady-state coliform-containing biofilms in pilot systems. Published in 2000.