Program Description:
The presence of natural organic matter (NOM) in a water supply creates a conundrum of effects in selecting water treatment options. NOM was once thought to be predominantly isolated to surface water supplies, but its appearance in private wells has increased dramatically in certain geographic regions. NOM can act as an interference and/or catalyst mechanism with certain treatment technologies; understanding those idiosyncrasies is paramount to successfully applying technology. Secondly, NOM presents contaminant concerns on its own, requiring a tight window of technology selection. NOM, such as tannins and/or humic acids, have been identified in private wells creating some baffling situations for well owners and water well contractors. They can suddenly appear when there is no history of prior occurrence. This presentation will help identify NOM, their nuances in the groundwater environment, and treatment methodology to successfully control them.

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