Tracer Studies in Water Treatment Facilities: A Protocol and Case Studies

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Provides a protocol that assists utilities in complying with the Surface Water Treatment Rule. Demonstrates many of the points made in the protocol with case studies of tracer analyses completed at utilities. Published in 1996.

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07/01/1996

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Tracer Studies in Water Treatment Facilities: A Protocol and Case Studies

Abstract

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Tracer Studies in Water Treatment Facilities: A Protocol and Case Studies

Reducing Volatile Disinfection By-Products in Treated Drinking Water Using Aeration Technologies

Localized Control of Disinfection By-Products by Spray Stripping in Storage Tanks

DBP Control in High Bromide Water While Using Free Chlorine During Distribution

Impact of Haloacetic Acid MCL Revisions on DBP Exposure and Health Risk Reduction

Treatment Strategies for the Removal of Lithium from Drinking Water

Optimizing OH Radical Scavenging Potential Measurement

Demonstrating the Effectiveness of Flushing for Reducing the Levels of Legionella in Service Lines and Premise Plumbing