Journal of Pollution Effects & Control
Open Access
ISSN: 2375-4397
+44 1223 790975
ISSN: 2375-4397
+44 1223 790975
Ali Kipchumba Rono
Kenya
Research Article
Evaluation of TSS, BOD5, and TP in Sewage Effluent Receiving Sambul River
Author(s): Ali Kipchumba RonoAli Kipchumba Rono
Proper treatment of sewage to remove suspended solids, organic matter and nutrients is necessary before the effluent is discharged into aquatic bodies. The major environmental concern at Sambul river is the potential pollution by effluent received from sewage treatment plant in Moi University. In this study, evaluation of the Sambul river was analysed using key water quality parameters, and comparisons made with those of the National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA). Purposive sampling design was used to select three sampling points; outlet where sewage effluent from STP is discharged into Sambul river, downstream of Sambul river where bio-treated sewage has mixed with river Sambul waters, and upstream (control) of Sambul river where the river water does not mix with STP effluent. A total of 72 water samples were collected for this study. At each sampling point, triplicate wa.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2375-4397.1000189