Glossary of Water and Wastewater Terms
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W Y Z5 random terms from our glossary
audit, water
A thorough examination of the accuracy of water agency records or accounts (volumes of water) and system control equipment. Water managers can use audits to determine their water distribution system efficiency. The overall goal is to identify and verify water and revenue losses in a water system.
stormwater inlet
A device that admits surface waters to the stormwater drainage system. Also see catch basin and curb inlet.
specific conductance
A rapid method of estimating the total dissolved solids content of a water supply. The measurement indicates the capacity of a sample of water to carry an electric current, which is related to the concentration of ionized substances in the water. Also called conductance.
available expansion
The vertical distance from the sand surface to the underside of a trough in a sand filter. Also called freeboard.
grit tank
A structure located at the inlet to a treatment plant for the accumulation and removal of grit.
