Interpretation of Laboratory-Scale Waste Stabilization Pond Studies

1987 ◽  
Vol 19 (12) ◽  
pp. 195-203 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. Wood
Keyword(s):  
Mathematical Model ◽  
Laboratory Scale ◽  
Waste Stabilization Ponds ◽  
Continuous Processes ◽  
Stabilization Pond ◽  
Waste Stabilization Pond ◽  
First Case ◽  
Waste Stabilization

The objective of this paper is to demonstrate the importance of choosing an appropriate mathematical model when analyzing the data from laboratory-scale studies of waste stabilization ponds. Two case studies are presented based on work by Thirumurthi and Nashashibi (1967) and Uhlmann et al (1983), both using semicontinuous methods of experimentation involving the addition of discrete volumes of feed at regular intervals. In both cases the authors have used mathematical models of continuous processes to analyse their results. This paper shows how semicontinuous models can be used in both studies, leading to significant differences in interpretation of the data; in the first case study this relates to the determination of rate constants and, in the second case study, to the determination of an appropriate model to describe hydraulic mixing. Each case study concludes with a discussion of the significance of the semicontinuous interpretation in the context of waste stabilization pond design.

Rotavirus removal in experimental waste stabilization pond systems with different geometries and configurations

1995 ◽  
Vol 31 (12) ◽  
pp. 285-290 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. I. Oragui ◽  
H. Arridge ◽  
D. D. Mara ◽  
H. W. Pearson ◽  
S. A. Silva
Keyword(s):  
Clostridium Perfringens ◽  
Slow Process ◽  
Faecal Coliforms ◽  
Waste Stabilization Ponds ◽  
Stabilization Pond ◽  
Waste Stabilization Pond ◽  
Stabilization Ponds ◽  
Waste Stabilization

Rotavirus removal in waste stabilization ponds is a relatively slow process: in a series of ten ponds (a 1-d anaerobic pond followed by nine 2-d ponds) its numbers were reduced from 1.4 × 105 per litre to zero, and in an “innovative” series (a 1-day anaerobic pond, 3-d facultative pond, 3.8-d, 3-d and 5-d maturation ponds) from 5.1 × 104 per litre to <5 per litre. Faecal coliforms were better indicators of rotaviruses than was Clostridium perfringens .

Escherichia coli removal in waste stabilization ponds: a comparison of modern and classical designs

2005 ◽  
Vol 51 (12) ◽  
pp. 75-81 ◽  
Author(s):  
C.G. Banda ◽  
P.A. Sleigh ◽  
D.D. Mara
Keyword(s):  
Retention Time ◽  
Design Procedure ◽  
Waste Stabilization Ponds ◽  
E Coli ◽  
Design Procedures ◽  
Stabilization Pond ◽  
Waste Stabilization Pond ◽  
Waste Stabilization ◽  
Classical Procedure ◽  
Parameter Variations

Two PC-based waste stabilization pond design procedures, based on parameter uncertainty and 10,000-trial Monte Carlo simulations, were developed for a series of anaerobic, facultative and maturation ponds to produce ≤1000 E. coli per 100 ml for both 50% and 95% compliance. One procedure was based on the classical Marais equations and the other on the modern von Sperling equations. For the range of parameter variations selected the classical design procedure required less land area and had a shorter hydraulic retention time than the modern design procedure. For both procedures the design for 90% compliance required substantially more land and a longer retention time than the design for 50% compliance. Regulators and designers should seek a balance between system reliability (as set by the percentage compliance specified or adopted) and system costs, especially (but not only) in developing countries. It is recommended that new waste stabilization pond (WSP) systems be designed for compliance with a given E. coli effluent requirement by the classical procedure and that existing overloaded WSP systems be upgraded using the modern procedure.

Determination of the Efficiency of Aerated Lagoon in Biological Treatment of Human Waste (Faeces)

2011 ◽  
Vol 367 ◽  
pp. 827-830
Author(s):  
T. Omotoso ◽  
O.P. Folorunso
Keyword(s):  
Biological Treatment ◽  
Inorganic Material ◽  
Pilot Scale ◽  
Engineering Construction ◽  
Human Waste ◽  
Stabilization Pond ◽  
Waste Stabilization Pond ◽  
Waste Stabilization ◽  
Biochemical Degradation

Pilot scale “Waste Stabilization pond” was evaluated for treating high quality waste water using aerobic process. The method involved the measure of the molecular oxygen utilized during a specified incubation period for the biochemical degradation of organic matter and oxygen used to oxidize inorganic material. Operation of the pond involved engineering construction to reduce the risk of soil and groundwater contamination. Calibration of the model using laboratory tests showed BOD for 5, 10 and 15 days as 101.9mg/l. 273.3mg/l and 426mg/l respectively. Pond efficiency was 76.19%. The design experience and post design results provided knowledge about the efficiency of a waste stabilization pond and the basis of recommendation and practice in developed cities.

scholarly journals Removal of escherichia coli using waste stabilization pond: A simulation in climatic conditions of Libya

2019 ◽  
Vol 85 ◽  
pp. 06013
Author(s):  
Adel Faskol ◽  
Gabriel Racoviţeanu
Keyword(s):  
Escherichia Coli ◽  
Hydraulic Retention Time ◽  
Important Determinant ◽  
Climatic Conditions ◽  
Who Guidelines ◽  
E Coli ◽  
Stabilization Pond ◽  
Waste Stabilization Pond ◽  
Waste Stabilization

The most important determinant when recycling of wastewater for agriculture is that related to public health. This paper investigates the removal of Escherichia Coli/coliform in the waste stabilization pond as simulation as assessing of mitigating health risk. A case study in climatic conditions of Libya. As a result of a computer program based waste stabilization pond design based on parameter uncertainty and 10,000-trial Monte Carlo simulations, were developed for a series of anaerobic, facultative and maturation ponds to produce on a 95%-ile value <1000 E. Coli per 100 ml. While a number of influent of E. Coli bacteria was (156.732×106 E. Coli /100ml). Where it decreased was a number of the effluent (10 E. Coli /100ml). Where the efficiency of removal E. Coli bacteria was (99.999 %). And the overall hydraulic retention time it took 89.548 days in the anaerobic pond, facultative pond, first maturation pond and twelve of the subsequent maturation ponds. To satisfy practice 2006 WHO guidelines for the safe use of wastewater in agriculture.

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