Lake Simcoe is the second largest lake in Southern Ontario, Canada and plays an important role in the surrounding area. The 20.1 MGD Barrie Water Pollution Control Centre (WPCC), discharges to Lake Simcoe (indirect potable reuse) and will be required to meet strict effluent phosphorus load limits set forth by the Lake Simcoe Phosphorus Reduction St...

DEVELOPMENT OF A MEMBRANE FOULING INDEX BASED ON PILOT STUDIES WITH LOW PRESSURE MEMBRANES OPERATED UNDER VARYING CONDITIONS AND WATER QUALITIES.The primary goal of this WRF funded research was to (i) contrast NOM-related fouling potential for different types of waters (allochthonous versus autochthonous); (ii) develop a predictive tool(s), either ...

This paper outlines the development of a toolkit program for concentrate management options. It was designed to be used by designers, contractors and municipal staff involved in a desalination program. The paper also discusses the incorporation of land usage, materials, mechanical and process comparisons. The consideration of membrane technology, ...

For existing facilities, sdding capacity for growth as well as improving treatment to meet stricter effluent limits is challenging. The Brush Creek WPCF, in Cranberry Township, PA, was faced with this challenge and in 2012 began the process of selecting treatment alternatives, developing a basis of design and preparing a design for and upgrade and...

Despite efforts toward creating a balanced water supply portfolio, South Coast Water District is currently relying on imported water for 85-100 percent of its water supply needs. This presentation will provide an introduction to the District's planned seawater desalination project at Doheny State Beach in Dana Point, CA. Topics will include an over...