scholarly journals Water quality indices and abiotic characteristics of western Yamuna canal in Yamunanagar, Haryana

2009 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 149-154 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anita Bhatnagar ◽  
Girish Chopra ◽  
Priyanka Malhotra
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Fish Fauna ◽  
Industrial Effluents ◽  
Domestic Sewage ◽  
Quality Indices ◽  
Canal Water ◽  
Efficient Treatment ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Quality Water ◽  
Monthly Variations

The present paper deals with the monthly variations of physico-chemical characteristics of western Yamuna canal water, Yamunanagar which is polluted with industrial effluents and domestic sewage. Three sampling points i.e. station-1: Upstream of the river; station-2: Point of influx of industrial effluents and domestic sewage; Station-3: About 6 kms downstream from station 2 were selected for the investigation. Studies revealed high values of turbidity, conductivity, free CO2, alkalinity, calcium, hardness, magnesium, chloride, orthophosphate, phosphate, sulphate and ammonia and low values of DO at station-2. The differences in various parameters were statistically significant (P<0.05) when compared from upstream and downstream stretches of the river particularly in summer. DO and BOD were found to be two important parameters which showed strong correlation with other parameters and hence can serve as good indices of river water quality. Water Quality index designated station-1 as highly polluted and station-2 and 3 as severely polluted. Thus the hydro biological conditions were not congenial/ optimum for the survival/ production of sensitive fish fauna, therefore, proper and efficient treatment of the effluents and sewage should be carried out before discharging these into the canal.

scholarly journals Fish Diversity in Huchharayanakere, Shikaripura, Shivamogga District, Karnataka, India

2016 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 11-22
Author(s):  
H M Ashashree ◽  
H A Sayeswara ◽  
K L Naik ◽  
N Kumara Swamy ◽  
Nafeesa Begum
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Fish Fauna ◽  
Single Species ◽  
Economic Importance ◽  
Fish Diversity ◽  
Fish Health ◽  
Chemical Condition ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
The Family ◽  
Faunal Diversity

Fresh water wetlands are fragile ecosystems, which are fast deterioring and shrinking due to manmade activities. The fish composition of Huchharayanakere of Shikaripura was studied for a period of twelve months from January to December 2015. The icthyo-faunal diversity of this pond confirmed the occurrence of 13 species of fishes belonging to 5 families. The family Cyprinidae represented by 9 species. Families Anabantidae, Bagridae, Clupeidae and Notopteridae were represented by only a single species. Simultaneously the physico-chemical condition of the water body revealed that water quality is suitable for fish culture. The study of fish fauna of an aquatic body is useful for planning of fisheries development. The pond needs proper management and utilization of this fish wealth and sustainable steps to monitor and conserve the fish health. The present study revealed that Huchharayanakere of Shikaripura harbors wide varieties of fish with economic importance in local and global trade. The study will provide future strategies for development and fish conservation.

Evaluation of Water Quality Indices Adequacy in Characterizing the Physico-Chemical Water Quality of Lakes

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (S1) ◽  
pp. 35-46 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eleni Trikoilidou ◽  
Georgios Samiotis ◽  
Lazaros Tsikritzis ◽  
Theodoros Kevrekidis ◽  
Elisavet Amanatidou
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Quality Indices ◽  
Water Quality Indices ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Chemical Water

scholarly journals Preliminary Study on Physico-Chemical Parameters and Phytoplankton of Chiffa River (Blida, Algeria)

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fella Hamaidi-Chergui ◽  
Mohamed Brahim Errahmani ◽  
Fatouma Benouaklil ◽  
Mohand Said Hamaidi
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Electrical Conductivity ◽  
Organic Matter ◽  
Water Samples ◽  
Chemical Parameters ◽  
North West ◽  
Quality Guidelines ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Preliminary Study ◽  
Monthly Variations

The present study was carried out to determine the monthly variations of physico-chemical parameters in water samples from Chiffa river at Blida, North West of Algeria from April to August 2006. Water samples were analyzed for physico-chemical parameters and the results showed their monthly variations as follows: pH 7.5-7.6, electrical conductivity 0.87–1.06 mS·cm−1, nitrate 0–7.00 mg·L−1, nitrite 0–0.28 mg·L−1, ammonia 0–0.03 mg·L−1, phosphate 0–0.94 mg·L−1, sodium 19.3–47.0 mg·L−1, chloride 35.7–52.0 mg·L−1, calcium 90.3–104.7 mg·L−1, magnesium 27.3–37.7 mg·L−1, organic matter 0.4–3.9 mg·L−1, chlorophyll a 0.7–132.3 mg·L−1, and bicarbonate 219.3–248.7 mg·L−1. The analyzed physico-chemical parameters were almost not exceeded the maximum permissible limit of WHO and Algerian Water Quality Guidelines. A total of 53 taxa belonging to 4 divisions have been identified, including Chlorophyta (52.83% of taxa), Bacillariophyta (28.30%), Cyanophyceae (16.98%), and Charophyta (1.89%).

scholarly journals Impact of the Effluents of Hyderabad City, Tando Muhammad Khan, and Matli on Phuleli Canal Water

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 5281-5287 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. A. Mahessar ◽  
S. Qureshi ◽  
A. L. Qureshi ◽  
K. Ansari ◽  
G. H. Dars
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Health Risk ◽  
Solid Waste ◽  
Industrial Effluents ◽  
Command Area ◽  
Irrigation Canal ◽  
Left Bank ◽  
Canal Water ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
The Impact

The demand and supply of safe water is a basic need. The consumption of clean water intensified with population growth and economic development which in turn cause degradation of available freshwater resources while creating huge volumes of wastewater, solid waste, and serious environmental problems. This paper presents the impact of disposing of domestic/industrial effluents into an irrigation canal. The subsequent contamination of the canal water becomes a public health risk. The non-perennial Phuleli canal with a discharge of 15,026 cusecs, takes in water from the left bank of Kotri Barrage, which is the last controlling hydraulic structure on the Indus River. This canal runs from the periphery of Hyderabad, Tando Muhammad Khan (TM Khan) and Matli cities and supplies water for domestic, agricultural, and industrial activities. The canal water is the only source of drinking water for millions of people because the groundwater in the command area of the canal is highly saline. The banks on both sides of the canal have encroached in cities’ areas. The huge volume of solid waste and municipal and industrial wastewater from these cities and from the occupied canal banks are dumped directly into the canal without any treatment. The collected samples’ were analyzed for pH, EC, TDS, Cl, SO4, HCO3, hardness, Na, K, Ca, and Mg. These results show higher than permissible limits as per NEQS and WHO. The Karl Pearson matrix correlation of parameters reveals strong relation among EC with TDS and CL with SO4, Mg with K and moderated relationship among the other parameters except for pH and DO. Water Quality Index (WQI) model indicates that the water quality of the canal is poor and unfit for drinking. Hence the consumption of canal water is a high potential health risk for locals.

Análise Microbiológica da Qualidade das Águas do Rio Cuiabá Perímetro Urbano, a Partir de 4 Pontos de Amostragem

UNICIÊNCIAS ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 56
Author(s):  
Waléria Finicia de Oliveira ◽  
Osvaldo Borges Pinto
Keyword(s):  
Escherichia Coli ◽  
Water Quality ◽  
Biological Indicators ◽  
Domestic Sewage ◽  
Human Consumption ◽  
River Waters ◽  
Sampling Points ◽  
Microbiological Parameters ◽  
Quality Water ◽  
Consequent Increase

A ocupação eminentemente urbana dos municípios resultou em um incremento da demanda nos diversos usos das águas do rio Cuiabá e consequente aumento das cargas orgânicas, de nutrientes e de coliformes gerados pelos esgotos domésticos. As microbacias hidrográficas, com vegetação natural remanescente, são áreas muito importantes para manter o abastecimento de água de boa qualidade. O objetivo deste trabalho foi realizar análises microbiológicas da qualidade da água do rio Cuiabá, especificamente no perímetro urbano, a partir de quatro pontos de amostragem, usando os parâmetros microbiológicos, a fim de quantificar Coliformes Totais e Escherichia coli. Foram feitas quatro coletas em pontos aleatórios, uma em 03/11/2014 e as outras três em 22/10/2015. Os resultados obtidos, nas análises feitas com as amostras, apontou como impróprio para o consumo humano, conforme a Resolução nº 357/05 do CONAMA.Palavras-chaves: Qualidade da Água. Bioindicadores, Escherichia coli.AbstratThe eminently urban occupation of the municipalities resulted in an increase in the demand for the different uses of the Cuiabá river waters and consequent increase in the organic loads, nutrients and coliforms generated by domestic sewage. The waters and consequent increase in the organic loads, nutrients and coliforms generated by domestic sewage. Thehydrographic basins with remaining natural vegetation arevery important areas to maintain the supply of  good quality water. The objective of this work was to perform microbiological analyzes of the water quality, specifically at the urban perimeter, from 04 Sampling Points, using the microbiological parameters, in order to quantify Total Coliformes and Escherichia coli. Four collections were performed, one for each point, the first on November 3rd, 2014, another on October 22nd, 2015. The results obtained from the analyses performed with the samples, pointed as inadequate for human consumption, according to Resolution number 357/05 of CONAMA.Keywords: Water Quality. Biological Indicators. Escherichia coli

scholarly journals Spatial analysis of water quality of the Karra River, Hetauda, Nepal

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 58-65
Author(s):  
Sadhana Pradhanang
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Dissolved Oxygen ◽  
Surface Waters ◽  
Industrial Wastewater ◽  
Good Condition ◽  
Oxygen Demand ◽  
Industrial Effluents ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Water Region

The assessment of water quality of Karra River in Hetauda, Nepal was carried out by determining the changes in the concentration levels of eight physico-chemical parameters (pH, Electric conductivity (EC), bicarbonate, dissolved oxygen (DO), silica, chemical oxygen demand (COD), phosphate and nitrate). The samples were collected from upstream, industrial belt and downstream of the Karra River. The Karra River is the dumping ground for industrial effluents of Hetauda industrial district (HID). On analysis, the concentrations of most of the physico-chemicals parameters were found to be above the prescribed limits for industrial wastewater into inland surface waters. Dissolved Oxygen was found to be in the range of 0.49- 8.47 mg/L while COD, nitrate and phosphate were recorded in the range of 8.3-367 mg/L, 0.35- 78.22 mg/L and 0.01-1.64 mg/L, respectively. Concentrations of most of these parameters were within the prescribed limits in the samples collected from upstream and downstream, revealing the river still in good condition at these points indicating less human interference at the head water region and good self-purification capacity at downstream. However the concentrations of the pollutants’ parameters are higher at the sample points just after effluent discharge.Journal of Hydrology and Meteorology, Vol. 8(1) p.58-65

scholarly journals Assessment of Physico-chemical Drinking Water Quality for Surface, Groundwater and Effluents of Industrial Cluster near Kashipur and Water of Kosi River

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-12
Author(s):  
Pankaj Malkani ◽  
Atish Sagar ◽  
Asha K. R. ◽  
Prashant Singh ◽  
Yogendra Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Drinking Water ◽  
Water Resources ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Industrial Effluents ◽  
Industrial Clusters ◽  
Drinking Water Quality ◽  
Human Consumption ◽  
Surface Water Resources ◽  
Physico Chemical

In developing countries, one of the main concerns is contaminated drinking water. The rise in demands and development pressure is also changing the characteristics of water resources. The freshwater sources are increasingly being depleted as surface water resources have become too polluted for human consumption. To address this issue, water samples were collected from industrial clusters in Kashipur town and from the Kosi River. Industrial effluents were obtained from six locations and samples from twelve sites were drawn from the groundwater. Water supplies have been sampled from boreholes, open wells, rivers and some piped waters throughout the town of this area. The specimens are examined for their concentration of physico-chemical and heavy metals to detect pollution issues and recommend acceptable solutions. Results of the assessment confirmed that in the studied area there was the presence of various health and aesthetic parameters of concern. Apart from Kosi bank and Cheema drain, most of the effluents are acceptable for discharge into the water body. Most of the groundwater surrounding these three industries was not suitable as groundwater samples for drinking purposes at Dhouri pratha 1, Glycol gate no.1, Artesian well sugarcane center, petrol pump, and Parmanandpur-2. In addition, factors of environmental significance, such as turbidity, iron, and manganese, have a negative impact on many groundwater sources. Using alternative sources, improving water supply structures and treating water can be solutions to improve drinking water quality in this area. 

scholarly journals Anthropogenic Impact on Plankton and Benthos Assemblage in the Lagos Lagoon, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 78 (4) ◽  
pp. 173-182
Author(s):  
Adiaha Alda Alex Ugwumba ◽  
Imeh Kokoete Esenowo
Keyword(s):  
Benthic Invertebrates ◽  
Human Activities ◽  
Anthropogenic Impact ◽  
Domestic Sewage ◽  
Chemical Parameters ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Lagos State ◽  
Lagos Lagoon ◽  
Abundance And Distribution ◽  
Monthly Variations

AbstractThe physico-chemical parameters, plankton and macro-benthic invertebrates of the Lagos Lagoon (Badore, Ajah), Lagos State, Nigeria were studied between February and July 2018 at four sampling stations in a disparate range of human activities and impact. The result of phytoplankton analysis indicated a total of 56 genera with 40 genera within Bacillariophyta, accounting for 72% of the abundance. Zooplankton comprised 26 genera with 82% of the abundance of crustacea. The benthic macroinvertebrates were composed of mollusca, arthropoda and annelida. Results also indicated that the main drivers affecting the abundance and distribution of planktonic and benthic invertebrates were water temperature, pH, TDS and EC. The monthly variations of physico-chemical parameters in the Lagoon could be the result of human activities associated with transportation, fishing and domestic sewage disposal from the surrounding settlements. Therefore, it is necessary that relevant authorities keep in check some of these activities around the Lagoon as well as educate the population on the necessity for the conservation of these water resources.

scholarly journals Hydrochemistry and Water Quality Indices of River Ose Water, Southern Nigeria

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Abel O. Talabi
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Water Samples ◽  
Major Ions ◽  
Quality Parameters ◽  
Total Hardness ◽  
Quality Indices ◽  
Water Quality Indices ◽  
E Coli ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Gastrointestinal Problems

Background Objective: River Ose has flowing water throughout the year that can serve for irrigation and domestic purposes. This study examined the hydrochemistry, water quality indices and coliform counts of River Ose Water, Nigeria with a view to ascertain its suitability for drinking and irrigation.Materials and Method: For this purpose, 15 water samples were collected along the flowing river channel and subjected to physico-chemical and e-coli determination using standard methods. Water quality index (WQI) and Irrigation parameters (Sodium adsorption ratio (SAR), Percentage sodium (%Na), Residual sodium bicarbonate (RSBC), Kelly’s ratio (KR), Permeability index (PI) and Magnesium absorption ratio (MAR)) were calculated from the chemical data obtained from the analyses.Results: Results of the analyses revealed that pH (9.7 pH of the water samples were of alkaline nature with all the water samples exceeding approved standard for drinking water. Drinking alkaline water may deactivate pepsin but it could lead to gastrointestinal problems and metabolic alkalosis. Electrical conductivity (µS/cm), Total dissolved solids (mg/L) as well as Total hardness of all analyzed water samples fell in the category of fresh water. HCO3- and Cl- were the dominant anions while Na+ and K+ constitute the dominant cations in the water chemistry. The abundance of major ions revealed Na+> K+ >Mg2+>Ca2+ and HCO3->Cl->SO42->NO3- trend. The dominant hydrogeochemical facies was mixed Ca2+-Na+-HCO3- (93%) with few mixed Ca2+-Mg2+-Cl- (7%) while calculated WQI was 89.44. All samples tested positive to e-coli count ranging from 1.71*101 – 8.100*103.Conclusion: The analyzed physico-chemical parameters in all River Ose water samples were well within approved desirable limits except for the pH. However, the water was not potable as all samples tested positive to e-coli counts. In addition, WQI calculation revealed that the water has very poor drinking quality. Sources of ions in the River were predominantly from rainfall and minor weathering from the bedrocks. Irrigation quality parameters (SAR, %Na, RSBC and KR) indicated that River Ose water was good for irrigation. However, applying the water on salt sensitive plants is not advisable as irrigation evaluation employing PI and MAR showed that the water was not suitable for irrigation.

scholarly journals Monthly variations in physico-chemical characteristics of water, MPN index and zooplankton of Devak stream, at Shiv temple complex, Udhampur, Jammu ( J & K), India

2014 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 816-824
Author(s):  
S. P. S. Dutta
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Seasonal Variation ◽  
Quality Parameters ◽  
Quality Characteristics ◽  
Water Quality Parameters ◽  
Chemical Characteristics ◽  
Water Utility ◽  
International Agencies ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Monthly Variations

Water quality characteristics, MPN index/100ml, and zooplankton of sacred Devak stream, Udhampur were analyzed during February, 2010 to January, 2011. Various water quality parameters showed a well marked seasonal variation including MPN index/100 ml which remained above 240 during all the observations. Zooplanktons comprising of 46 species showed qualitative dominance of protozoa (33 species) followed by rotifera (7 species), annelida (2 species) and insecta (1 species), water nematoda, turbellaria (1 species) and cysts. Zooplankton was qualitatively and quantitatively poor/absent during monsoon floods (June to September) and was diversified and rich during February to May. Comparison of water utility parameters and MPN count/100 ml with national and international agencies suggested that water of this stream was not fit for consumption.

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