scholarly journals A Vine Copula-Based Modeling for Identification of Multivariate Water Pollution Risk in an Interconnected River System Network

Water ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (10) ◽  
pp. 2741
Author(s):  
Ruolan Yu ◽  
Rui Yang ◽  
Chen Zhang ◽  
Maria Špoljar ◽  
Natalia Kuczyńska-Kippen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Water Pollution ◽  
Water Quality ◽  
Technical Assistance ◽  
River System ◽  
Ammonia Nitrogen ◽  
Anthropogenic Pressures ◽  
Pollution Risk ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Vine Copula ◽  
Stability Of Water

The Interconnected River System Network (IRSN) has become a popular and useful measure to realize the long-term health and stability of water bodies. However, there are lots of uncertain consequences derived from natural and anthropogenic pressures on the IRSN, especially the water pollution risk. In our study, a Vine Copula-based model was developed to assess the water pollution risk in the IRSN. Taking the ponds around Nanyang station as research objects, we selected five proxy indicators from water quality indexes and eutrophication indexes, which included dissolved oxygen (DO), total nitrogen (TN), total phosphorus (TP), chlorophyll-a (Chla), and ammonia nitrogen (NH3-N). Models based on three classes of vine copulas (C-, D-, and R-vine) were utilized respectively to identify the water quality indicators before and after the operation of the connection project. Our results showed that TN, Chla, and NH3-N should be considered as key risk factors. Moreover, we compared the advantages and prediction accuracy of C-, D-, and R-vine to discuss their applications. The results reveal that the Vine Copula-based modeling could provide eutrophication management reference and technical assistance in IRSN projects.

A framework of characteristics identification and source apportionment of water pollution in a river: a case study in the Jinjiang River, China

2012 ◽  
Vol 65 (11) ◽  
pp. 2071-2078 ◽  
Author(s):  
Haiyang Chen ◽  
Yanguo Teng ◽  
Jinsheng Wang
Keyword(s):  
Water Pollution ◽  
Water Quality ◽  
Source Apportionment ◽  
Comprehensive Evaluation ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
Anthropogenic Pollution ◽  
Ammonia Nitrogen ◽  
Support Vector ◽  
Jinjiang River

A framework for characteristics identification and source apportionment of water pollution in the Jinjiang River of China was proposed in this study for evaluation. A total of 114 water samples which were generated between May 2009 and September 2010 at 13 sites were collected and analysed. First, support vector machine (SVM) and water quality pollutant index (WQPI) were used for water quality comprehensive evaluation and identifying characteristic contaminants. Later, factor analysis with nonnegative constraints (FA-NNC) was employed for source apportionment. Finally, multi-linear regression of the absolute principal component score (APCS/MLR) was applied to further estimate source contributions for each characteristic contaminant. The results indicated that the water quality of the Jinjiang River was mainly at the third level (65.79%) based on national surface water quality permissible standards in China. Ammonia nitrogen, total phosphorus, mercury, iron and manganese were identified as characteristic contaminants. Source apportionment results showed that industrial activities (63.16%), agricultural non-point source (16.50%) and domestic sewage (12.85%) were the main anthropogenic pollution sources which were influencing the water quality of Jinjiang River. This proposed method provided a helpful framework for conducting water pollution management in aquatic environment.

Monitoring of water transfer from Katse Dam into the Upper Vaal river system: water utility’s perspective

2003 ◽  
Vol 48 (10) ◽  
pp. 97-102 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. Lepono ◽  
H.H. Du Preez ◽  
M. Thokoa
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Drinking Water ◽  
River System ◽  
Water Quality Monitoring ◽  
Water Transfer ◽  
Monitoring Programme ◽  
Quality Monitoring ◽  
Transfer Scheme ◽  
Chemical Monitoring ◽  
Before And After

Water quality is of prime importance to Rand Water’s core business of ensuring a reliable supply of good quality drinking water to more than 10 million people. Rand Water has, therefore, implemented a water quality monitoring programme of the source water as well as the drinking water produced. The establishment of the Lesotho Highlands Water Transfer scheme necessitated the expansion of the monitoring programme. In 1996, Rand Water and Lesotho Highlands Development Authority (LHDA) signed an agreement to jointly develop an extensive water quality monitoring programme for the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP). Prior to this agreement, monitoring was mainly undertaken by consultants on behalf of LHDA in the main feeder rivers within the Katse Dam catchment (donor system). On the recipient system (Ash/Liebenbergsvlei), extensive physical and chemical monitoring was undertaken by Rand Water and Department of Water Affairs and Forestry (DWAF). Biological monitoring was however only carried out superficially prior to the release of water. Information gained from carrying out biological and chemical assessments clearly indicates that the water from LHWP has negatively impacted on the biological communities in the recipient system. The importance of detailed before and after biological and physio-chemical monitoring of both donor and recipient systems is emphasised.

scholarly journals Evaluation of water resource preservation areas in the Hydrographical Basin of Andreas Stream, RS, Brazil, using environmental monitoring programs

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Rodrigo Augusto Klamt ◽  
Eduardo Alexis Lobo ◽  
Adilson Ben da Costa ◽  
Dionei Minuzzi Delevati
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Environmental Monitoring ◽  
Water Resource ◽  
Monitoring Program ◽  
Oxygen Demand ◽  
Ammonia Nitrogen ◽  
Environmental Services ◽  
Payment For Environmental Services ◽  
Resource Preservation ◽  
Before And After

This research evaluated the effectiveness of the implementation of water resource preservation areas in the Hydrographical Basin of Andreas Stream, county of Vera Cruz, RS, Brazil, established through Payment for Environmental Services (PES), using an environmental monitoring program to assess physical, chemical and microbiological variables. The PES is linked to the "Water Guardian" project, which aims to ensure the preservation of water resources by paying farmers for providing the environmental services to protect the springs and riparian areas that lie within their properties. Twenty sampling stations were selected for collecting water samples monthly during the period July 2012 to June 2014 (460 samples) to evaluate the following variables: water temperature, pH, turbidity, dissolved oxygen, biochemical oxygen demand, nitrate, ammonia nitrogen, phosphate, total dissolved solids and thermotolerant coliforms. The evaluation was made based on decree 357/2005 of the National Environmental Council (CONAMA) and by applying the Water Quality Index (WQI). The results indicated a significant improvement in the water quality when comparisons were made between the periods before and after the installation of the preservation areas. The sampling points classified as “good” (CONAMA and WQI), which indicates water of good quality that is appropriate for multiple uses, increased from 52.0% to 72.0%. In this sense, promoting the preservation of headwaters and riparian zones becomes of fundamental importance and highlights the role of PES as an operational tool for water resource preservation.

scholarly journals Water Pollution and Its Causes in the Tuojiang River Basin, China: An Artificial Neural Network Analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 792
Author(s):  
Zheng Zeng ◽  
Wei-Ge Luo ◽  
Zhe Wang ◽  
Fa-Cheng Yi
Keyword(s):  
Neural Network ◽  
Water Pollution ◽  
Water Quality ◽  
Artificial Neural Network ◽  
River Basin ◽  
Back Propagation ◽  
Oxygen Demand ◽  
Ammonia Nitrogen ◽  
National Standards ◽  
Artificial Neural

This work aimed to assess the water quality of the Tuojiang River Basin in recent years to provide a better understanding of its current pollution situation, and the potential pollution risks and causes. Water quality parameters such as dissolved oxygen (DO), ammonia–nitrogen (NH3-N), total phosphorus (TP), the permanganate index (CODMn), five-day biochemical oxygen demand (BOD5), pH, and concentrations of various heavy metals were measured in the Tuojiang River, according to the national standards of the People’s Republic of China. Samples were collected between 2012 to 2018 at 11 national monitoring sites in the Tuojiang River Basin. The overall water pollution situation was evaluated with back propagation artificial neural network (BP-ANN) analysis. The pollution causes were analyzed considering both industrial wastewater discharge in the upper reaches and the current pollution situation. We found potential risks of excessive NH3-N, TP, Cd, Hg, and Pb concentrations in the Tuojiang River Basin. Moreover, corresponding water pollution control suggestions were given.

scholarly journals WATER QUALITY STATUS IN THE ISHMI RIVER, ALBANIA OVER THE PERIOD 2014-2019 AND PROSPECTIVE TOWARDS THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF EU WFD OBJECTIVES IN ITS BASIN

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Erjola Keci ◽  
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Osman Metalla ◽  
Vanela Gjeci ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Driving Forces ◽  
River System ◽  
Water Quality Monitoring ◽  
Ammonia Nitrogen ◽  
Quality Data ◽  
Limit Values ◽  
Status Assessment ◽  
Water Quality Status

The Ishmi River basin, although it is the smallest of the seven watersheds of Albania, is by far the most polluted one. The assessment of water quality monitoring data over the period 2014 – 2019 in the river system shows annual average concentrations above limit values for ammonia, nitrogen dioxide, nitrate and phosphorus. The paper presents the key stages of the approach followed to identify waterbody pressures, status and impacts assessment, namely: • Identification of driving forces and pressures; • Identification of the significant pressures; • Determination of the consequent status; • Assessment of the impacts; and • Evaluation of the risk of failing to meet the objectives. Quantification of pressures, though feasible, requires significant amounts of good quality data, many of which are not currently collected in Albania. Significant improvements in data collection and coordination between competent authorities will be required as part of future measures.

scholarly journals Ecological impact of watershed water pollution control on coastal tourist scenic spots

2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 84-88
Author(s):  
Qiong Sun ◽  
Xiaofang Wang ◽  
Li Wang
Keyword(s):  
Water Pollution ◽  
Water Quality ◽  
Chemical Oxygen Demand ◽  
Constructed Wetland ◽  
Pollution Control ◽  
Coastal Wetland ◽  
Oxygen Demand ◽  
Ammonia Nitrogen ◽  
Water Pollution Control ◽  
Natural Reserve

Abstract In recent years, the rapid development of coastal areas has polluted the watershed water, affecting the ecological environment of wetland scenic spots. This paper briefly introduced the constructed wetland, a means of watershed water pollution control, and briefly explained its mechanism of water pollution control. Then, an example of Yancheng Coastal Wetland Natural Reserve in Jiangsu Province was analyzed to analyze water quality ecological changes in the basin before and after the construction of constructed wetland. The results showed that the basin of the natural reserve changed from acidic to alkaline, and ammonia nitrogen, total nitrogen, total phosphorus and chemical oxygen demand decreased significantly and maintained at a relatively low level after the constructed wetland controlled the water pollution in the basin; subsurface constructed wetland had a better effect on reducing ammonia nitrogen, total nitrogen and total phosphorus; surface constructed wetland had a better effect on reducing chemical oxygen demand. In conclusion, constructed wetlands as a means of water pollution control in the watershed can effectively improve the water quality ecology of coastal wetland natural reserves.

Analysis of the Relationship between River Flow and Water Quality before and after the Wenchuan Earthquake

2013 ◽  
Vol 664 ◽  
pp. 164-168
Author(s):  
Feng Qian ◽  
Bo Hu ◽  
Jing Jun Liu ◽  
Wei Lin ◽  
Ming Biao Xiong
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
River Water ◽  
Wenchuan Earthquake ◽  
River Flow ◽  
Nitrogen Concentration ◽  
Ammonia Nitrogen ◽  
Quality Parameters ◽  
Total Hardness ◽  
Before And After ◽  
The Relationship

“5.12 Wenchuan earthquake”triggered floods, landslide, collapse and secondary geological disaster, trigger a new soil and water loss, having the significant influence to the local river water quality.This article through the statistical analysis of jiangyou, beichuan station 2006 ~ 2011 water conditions material, discussing the before and after the earthquake disaster areas the river flow change on the influence of river water quality. The results showed that the affected areas of ammonia nitrogen content after the earthquake are more than that before the earthquake content .with flow increased, ammonia nitrogen concentration is higher, flow is low, the water quality parameters of concentration decreased; The total hardness reduced during the earthquake, with flow increased, total hardness concentration is reduced, is negatively correlated; The change of flow to fluoride content effect is not obvious.

Analysis of Water Quality Change before and after the Wenchuan Earthquake

2012 ◽  
Vol 260-261 ◽  
pp. 674-678
Author(s):  
Feng Qian ◽  
Bo Hu ◽  
Jing Jun Liu ◽  
Ming Biao Xiong ◽  
Heng Hu
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
River Water ◽  
Wenchuan Earthquake ◽  
Water Source ◽  
Ammonia Nitrogen ◽  
Total Hardness ◽  
Quality Change ◽  
Water Quality Change ◽  
Change Characteristics ◽  
Before And After

“5.12 Wenchuan earthquake”triggered floods, landslide, collapse and secondary geological disaster, trigger a new soil and water loss, having the significant influence to the local river water quality.This article through the statistical analysis of minjiang river and jiangyou wenchuan, beichuan station 2006 ~ 2011 water conditions material, discussing the before and after the earthquake disaster areas of river water quality change characteristics. The results showed that the affected areas of ammonia nitrogen content after the earthquake are more than before the earthquake content .The fluoride content before earthquake overtop that after earthquake in Wenchuan water source .The total hardness of water quality presents upward trend in disaster area after earthquake, and the total hardness of water quality in 2010 and 2011 is greater then that before earthquake. The total iron content is not affected by the earthquake, before and after the earthquake did not appear obvious difference.

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