Factors Limiting Microbial Growth in the Distribution System

Describes factors that influence the growth of microorganisms, particularly coliforms, in distribution systems. Determines the effect of physiology and substrate composition on coliform colonization; the influence of temperature, assimilable organic carbon concentration, disinfectant concentration, and pipewall material on microbial colonization; and field conditions that correlate with regrowth events. Validates a pipe line model to predict regrowth events. Published in 1996 as two reports: Factors Limiting Microbial Growth in Distribution Systems: Laboratory and Pilot-Scale Experiments and Factors Limiting Microbial Growth in Distribution Systems: Full-Scale Experiments.