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
dissolved organic carbon (DOC)
That portion of the organic carbon in water that passes through a 0.45 µm pore-diameter filter.
particle count
The results of a microscopic examination of treated water with a special particle counter, which classifies suspended particles by number and size.
television inspection log
A record of a pipeline television inspection that provides date, line location, footage distances, pipe quadrant locations, and descriptions of all conditions observed in the inspection.
riparian rights (ri-PAIR-ee-an)
Water rights that are acquired together with title to the land bordering a source of surface water. The right to put to beneficial use surface water adjacent to your land.
drop joint
A mechanical piping system that lets flow rapidly lose elevation. Basically, a controlled waterfall. Frequently found where flows converge; 1 main will drop to match the other. Drops cause turbulence, odors, and corrosion. Also see vertical offset.
