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DOI 10.1016/j.watres.2011.12.051
Title (Primary) Clogging in subsurface-flow treatment wetlands: Measurement, modeling and management
Author Nivala, J.; Knowles, P.; Dotro, G.; García, J.; Wallace, S.
Source Titel Water Research
Year 2012
Department UBZ
Volume 46
Issue 6
Page From 1625
Page To 1640
Language englisch
Keywords Constructed wetland; Design; Domestic wastewater; Horizontal flow; Review; Vertical flow; Treatment wetland
Abstract

This paper reviews the state of the art in measuring, modeling, and managing clogging in subsurface-flow treatment wetlands. Methods for measuring in situ hydraulic conductivity in treatment wetlands are now available, which provide valuable insight into assessing and evaluating the extent of clogging. These results, paired with the information from more traditional approaches (e.g., tracer testing and composition of the clog matter) are being incorporated into the latest treatment wetland models. Recent finite element analysis models can now simulate clogging development in subsurface-flow treatment wetlands with reasonable accuracy. Various management strategies have been developed to extend the life of clogged treatment wetlands, including gravel excavation and/or washing, chemical treatment, and application of earthworms. These strategies are compared and available cost information is reported.
Persistent UFZ Identifier https://www.ufz.de/index.php?en=20939&ufzPublicationIdentifier=12074
Nivala, J., Knowles, P., Dotro, G., García, J., Wallace, S. (2012):
Clogging in subsurface-flow treatment wetlands: Measurement, modeling and management
Water Res. 46 (6), 1625 - 1640 10.1016/j.watres.2011.12.051