Both hydraulic and organic loading need to be considered when making a decision about which type of advanced treatment system to select and whether it fits the wastewater treatment needs.Hydraulic loading, the volume of wastewater being delivered to the wastewater treatment system on a daily basis, is the first consideration used to size not only the ATU but also the final treatment component. From a hydraulic standpoint, total volume, rate and timing are important. ATUs operate most efficiently if there is a consistent wastewater flow as well. So if the rate and amount of wastewater varies significantly during the
Wastewater Loads and the ATU
When determining whether a site is suited for an aerobic treatment unit, hydraulic and organic loading are key considerations
Apr 27, 2015
| by Jim Anderson, Ph.D. |
















