AWWA SOURCES66392

This powerpoint presentation begins by providing a brief overview of the types and sources of compounds of potential concern (CPCs). CPC issues are listed, along with the Philadelphia Water Department's (PWD) approach to these issues. PWD participation in research projects, database contents and development, prioritization issues and strategies, and resources are provided. Additional information is provided on: USGS Emerging Contaminants Project; 1999-2000 USGS Occurrence Study(streams); USGS Occurrence Study (streams)(Kolpin et al., 2002); 2001 USGS Occurrence Study(source waters; Focazio et al.); USGS Organic Wastewater ContaminantsOccurrence Study (New Jersey); Targeted Compounds - Antibiotics; Targeted Compounds - HumanPrescription and Nonprescription Drugs; and, Targeted Compounds - Industrial andHousehold-use Chemicals. Includes tables.

Product Details

Edition:

Vol. - No.

Published:

02/01/2008

Number of Pages:

43

File Size:

1 file , 830 KB