Project 833

Minimizing Chlorate Ion Formation in Drinking Water When Hypochlorite Ion is the Chlorinating Agent

$157,000
Completed
Principal Investigator
Bernard
Bubnis
Research Manager
Deborah R Brink
Contractor
Novatek, Inc.
Treatment

Abstract

Evaluates the extent of chlorate ion formation in drinking water when hypochlorite ion is the chlorinating agent. Includes a diskette that contains an easy-to-use predictive model in spreadsheet form to predict chlorate ion formation and hypochlorite ion decomposition in bleach feedstock solutions over time. Provides practical recommendations to mitigate hypochlorite ion decomposition and chlorate ion formation. Published in 1995. Available for purchase through the AWWA bookstore.