Comprehensive Coliform Contamination Report Bacteriological Contamination Project, Andrews AFB, MD.

Abstract

This report addresses the investigation of reported reoccurring coliform problems in the potable water system at Andrews Air Force Base (AFB). The base has experienced coliform levels reported above the allowable Maryland standards, that have occurred sporadically over the last 2 years. Data contained in the Andrews AFB water quality records review indicate no distinguishable pattern to the reported coliform contamination by location or time. Further investigation including side-by-side sampling and analysis by Andrews AFB and two independent laboratories indicated the base's handling and collection procedures were the most likely cause for the instances of positive coliform. Sampling results obtained over the 2-month period subsequent to Andrews AFB implementing corrections to these procedures have indicated no coliform contamination.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1994
Accession Number
ADA294243

Entities

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  • D. Klingler
  • G. Griffin
  • W. Goodfellow

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  • Biomedical
  • Engineered Resilient Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Alkenes
  • Buffers (Chemistry)
  • Civil Engineering
  • Construction
  • Contamination
  • Drinking Water
  • Environmental Protection
  • Health Services
  • Hygiene
  • Measurement
  • Medical Personnel
  • Personnel Management
  • Public Health
  • Standards
  • United States
  • Water Quality

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