Wastewater Lagoons and Mechanical Plants Serve the Same Goal
Whether a community operates a wastewater lagoon or a mechanical treatment plant, both systems are designed to improve water quality.…
Why Is Early Phosphorus Management Important?
Phosphorus naturally enters wastewater treatment systems every day. Over time, those nutrients can accumulate, cycle through the lagoon, and influence…
What Is Internal Phosphorus Loading?
When discussing phosphorus management, most people think about nutrients entering a waterbody from outside sources such as wastewater, runoff…
What Causes Green Surface Growth in Wastewater Lagoons?
Green surface growth is a common sight in many wastewater lagoons, especially during the warmer months of the year. While it can be alarming, it is often the result of natural biological processes occurring…
Where Does Phosphorus in Wastewater Come From?
Phosphorus doesn't appear in wastewater by accident. It enters treatment systems from a variety of everyday activities and environmental sources. Understanding where phosphorus originates…
How Much Phosphorus Is Too Much in a Wastewater Lagoon?
Wastewater lagoon operators routinely test for phosphorus, but many wonder the same question: How much phosphorus is too much?
Understanding the Difference Between Nutrient Removal and Nutrient Storage
When discussing phosphorus management, two terms often appear: nutrient removal and nutrient storage. While they sound similar, they describe different…
Why Wastewater Ponds Behave Differently Throughout the Year
Wastewater ponds and lagoons are constantly changing. Temperature, rainfall, sunlight, and biological activity can all influence how a system...
What Happens to Phosphorus After It Leaves a Wastewater Lagoon?
Phosphorus management does not end when water leaves a wastewater lagoon. Understanding where phosphorus goes after treatment is important for operators, municipalities, and…
Understanding Wastewater Lagoon Phosphorus Testing Results
Laboratory reports provide valuable information, but understanding what those numbers mean is equally important…
Five Signs Your Wastewater Lagoon May Be Accumulating Nutrients
Wastewater lagoons change over time. Recognizing early signs of nutrient accumulation can help operators make informed management decisions…
Why Phosphorus Limits Matter More Than Ever for Small Wastewater Systems
Small wastewater systems face increasing pressure to manage nutrients, particularly phosphorus. As regulations evolve and receiving waters become more closely monitored, understanding phosphorus…