Methods for evaluating in-stream attenuation of trace organic compounds
Applied Geochemistry
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Abstract
Wastewater treatment plants are often the most substantial contributor of trace organic compounds including pharmaceuticals, steroidal hormones, and surfactants to surface waters. Studying stream reaches below wastewater treatment plants provide valuable information on the environmental persistence of these compounds. Three methods for conducting field investigations to evaluate in-stream attenuation of trace organic compounds are presented: (1) using intrinsic tracers in wastewater, (2) environmental sampling coupled with dye studies to assess travel times between sample locations, and (3) Lagrangian sampling. Advantages and limitations of each method are discussed, along with key findings from several investigations.
| Publication type | Article |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Title | Methods for evaluating in-stream attenuation of trace organic compounds |
| Series title | Applied Geochemistry |
| DOI | 10.1016/j.apgeochem.2011.03.071 |
| Volume | 26 |
| Year Published | 2011 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Elsevier |
| Contributing office(s) | Toxic Substances Hydrology Program |
| Description | 2 p. |
| First page | S344 |
| Last page | S345 |
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