Environmental Effects from In-Water Hull Cleaning of Ablative Copper Antifouling Coatings

Abstract

This field study evaluates the magnitude of environmental effects attributable to in-water hull cleaning operations in a typical Navy harbor. San Diego Bay was selected for detailed analyses of vessels coated with copper-based antifouling paint. This evaluation can be used to support discussions with environmental regulators, strengthen future compliance strategies, and provide a framework for future monitoring studies. Antifouling coating, Ablative copper, Hull husbandry, Marine biology, Hazardous waste.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1994
Accession Number
ADA284381

Entities

People

  • A. O. Valkirs
  • A. R. Zirino
  • B. M. Davidson
  • J. G. Grovhoug
  • L. L. Kear
  • R. L. Fransham

Organizations

  • Naval Command, Control and Ocean Surveillance Center

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aquatic Organisms
  • Cells
  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Chemistry
  • Ecology
  • Environment
  • Environmental Pollutants
  • Environmental Protection
  • Eutrophication
  • Fish
  • Habitats
  • Medical Personnel
  • Wildlife

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Environmental Remediation and Restoration.
  • Surface Engineering/Surface Coating Technology.
  • Underwater engineering and Marine Technology.