Assessment of water quality at the largest dam in Algeria (Beni Haroun Dam) and effects of irrigation on soil characteristics of agricultural lands

Bouaroudj, Sara; Mustafa, Ahmed M.; Bounamous, Azeddine; Ali-Khodja, Hocine; Gherib, Abdelfettah; Weigel, Dana E.; Chenchouni, Haroun

doi:10.1016/j.chemosphere.2018.11.193

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“…where Wi = the unit weightage defined as the reciprocal value of Si. Si = the maximum permissible limit for irrigation water [14], and n is the number of parameters considered.…”

Section: Analysis Of Heavy Metalsmentioning

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Current Seasonal Variations in Physicochemical and Heavy Metals Parameters of Sewage Treatment Plant Effluent and Suitability for Irrigation

Maurya¹,

Srivastava²

2019

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The study aims to investigate the current extent of physicochemical parameters and heavy metal contamination in the effluent of the Jaganpur sewage treatment plant (STP), Dayalbagh, Agra India. Majority of the nearby farmers have access to use of STP effluent in irrigation purposes for growing major edible crops. The problems of using STP effluent for irrigation purpose, continuous water quality analysis required. To check the quality of irrigation water, substantial physicochemical parameters accordance to Indian Standards (IS-Reaffirmed 2002/2003) analysed to calculate Sodium absorption ratio (SAR) and Residual sodium carbonate (RSC). To estimate the heavy metal pollution index (HPI) and metal quality index (MQI), toxic Heavy metals such as As, Cr, Mn, Fe, Ni, Cu, Zn, Pd, Cd, Co, and B also determined in the STP effluent with an AAS and results verified with ICP-OES against certified standards. The high value of SAR (range 13 to 20) and RSC (range −10 to 11) in STP effluent exceeded the permissible limit for irrigation purpose. On the other hand, HPI and MQI values (1692.4 and 58.1, respectively) show that high metal contamination mainly due to industrial and domestic wastewater does not treat appropriately in the sewage treatment plant. Thus it is suggested that further studies are carried out on the STP effluents to improve the water quality through proper treatment. Treated wastewater used for irrigation purposes needs to analyse the contamination like heavy metals and pinpoint the pollution sources.

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“…where Wi = the unit weightage defined as the reciprocal value of Si. Si = the maximum permissible limit for irrigation water [14], and n is the number of parameters considered.…”

Section: Analysis Of Heavy Metalsmentioning

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Current Seasonal Variations in Physicochemical and Heavy Metals Parameters of Sewage Treatment Plant Effluent and Suitability for Irrigation

Maurya¹,

Srivastava²

2019

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“…The majority (85.5%) of the groundwater samples were classified in the normal range of pH (6.5-8.5) and around 14.51% groundwater samples showed pH value more than 8.5, indicating the non-suitability of groundwater for irrigation uses. Irrigation water with pH more than 8.5 can cause nutritional imbalance [10]. The TDS and TH in the study area ranged from 369.5 mg/L to 689 mg/L and 151.9 mg/L to 321.7 mg/L with mean ± SD of 487.5 ± 78.8 and 216.6 ± 38.8, respectively (Table 2).…”

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“…The EC in the study area ranged from 568 to 1059 μS/cm with a mean ± SD of 750.1 ± 121.2 ( Table 2). EC value more than 700 μS/cm of irrigational water affects the flow of water and root zone [10]. According to the Richards [53] classification, 56.4% samples fall under 'good' class and the remaining 43.6% samples fall under 'doubtful' class for Table 4).…”

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“…Overall, groundwater of the region is Composite irrigation water quality zonation map of the study area unsuitable for long-term irrigation, considering the high magnesium and sodium hazard and salinity in the water [26]. High Na + content in the irrigational water can replace Ca 2+ and Mg 2+ ions in the soil, which further makes the soil compact by reducing its permeability [10]. High salinity also affects soil structure through flocculation/deflocculation processes.…”

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Integrated GIS-based modelling approach for irrigation water quality suitability zonation in parts of Satluj River Basin, Bist Doab region, North India

2019

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The groundwater is the main source for irrigation and other purposes in the alluvial plains of Punjab. The poor irrigational water quality affects the soil quality which interrupts the growth of plants impacting the agricultural production and can cause risk to human health, and thus, it is important to evaluate the water quality for irrigation uses in the agrarian regions. An integrated GIS-based modelling approach along with conventional water quality indices such as sodium adsorption ratio, per cent sodium, residual sodium carbonate, residual sodium bicarbonate, magnesium hazard, permeability index, potential salinity, Kelly's ratio, electrical conductivity, total hardness, pH and total dissolved solids was used to delineate the irrigation water quality suitability zones in parts of agricultural prolific Satluj River Basin. Analytical results revealed that groundwater of the study area is very hard and slightly alkaline in nature and the relative abundance order of major ions is Mg 2+ > Na + + K + > Ca 2+ and HCO 3 − + CO 3 2− > Cl − > SO 4 2− , respectively, for cations and anions. The weighted overlay technique was applied to generate the irrigation water quality zonation map, and results revealed that nearly 3.2% (117 sq. km) of the total area was not suitable for the irrigation water quality, whereas 85.2% (3076 sq. km) and 11.6% (421 sq. km) area fall under moderately suitable and suitable classes, respectively. The elevated level of some ions found in the shallower zone as compared to the deeper zones indicates that in addition to the geogenic factors (weathering and dissolution of aquifer materials) anthropogenic inputs such as ill agricultural practices, leaching from septic tanks and municipal waste are adversely affecting the groundwater system in the region. The results of US Salinity Laboratory's diagram showed that 42% groundwater samples fall in C3S1 (high salinity with low sodium hazard) category indicating the unsuitability for irrigation purpose due to high salinity hazard and cannot be used in soils with restricted drainage. The results of Piper and Durov diagrams revealed that Ca 2+-Mg 2+-HCO 3 − is the dominant hydrochemical facies with Mg 2+-HCO 3 − water type in the groundwater of the study area and hydrochemistry is controlled by both natural and anthropogenic factors. The bottom-up approach and involvement of locals can boost the management of water resources in the study area.

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“…Similarly, irrigation with diluted seawater has been found to increase the nutritional value of various vegetables such as cherry tomatoes [21,22].A salinity-tolerance classification schema for agricultural crops and an anticipated percentage-yield decrease per unit of salinity increase (above a threshold value) were proposed by Mass and Hoffman [23]. Actually, the salinity problem occurs when the concentration of salts in the soil solution exceeds the crops' minimum salt tolerance level, which varies by crop type [24]. For example, no yield decline is expected for salt tolerant crops like barley (Hordeum vulgare) and cotton (Gossypium hirsutum) when the irrigation water salinity increases up to 5 dS m −1 .…”

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Irrigation Groundwater Quality Characteristics: A Case Study of Cyprus

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Neocleous

Christophi³

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Atmosphere

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This study was conducted in order to investigate possible quality changes in Cyprus’ groundwater resources over a 10-year period of pumping and to check the suitability of primary irrigation water. Water samples (n = 890) from private wells in agricultural areas were analyzed from 2009 to 2018 to determine various physicochemical properties. The sodium adsorption ratio (SAR) and residual sodium carbonate (RSC) were also calculated to evaluate potential soil degradation issues. Sodium, chloride and sulphate were found to be the predominant ions in groundwater. Quality evaluation showed possible restrictions in groundwater use for irrigation in relation to its salt content and the toxicity of specific ions having adverse effects on sensitive and several moderately sensitive crops. In particular, an increasing trend was observed in pumped groundwater for boron ion concentrations. Nevertheless, all samples evaluated were suitable for irrigation in terms of soil sodicitation and soil infiltration rate. This study indicates that in order to maintain long-term agricultural sustainability it is imperative to develop strategic plants to mitigate the adverse effects of water-pumped quality deterioration on soils and crops. Precision agriculture techniques may be adapted for better water and nutrient input/output management, thus protecting groundwater from salinization in agricultural areas. These results, among others, may be a useful tool to enhance the ability of Cyprus’s agricultural water sector to adapt to observed and anticipated climate impacts.

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Assessment of water quality at the largest dam in Algeria (Beni Haroun Dam) and effects of irrigation on soil characteristics of agricultural lands

Cited by 108 publications

References 45 publications

Current Seasonal Variations in Physicochemical and Heavy Metals Parameters of Sewage Treatment Plant Effluent and Suitability for Irrigation

Current Seasonal Variations in Physicochemical and Heavy Metals Parameters of Sewage Treatment Plant Effluent and Suitability for Irrigation

Integrated GIS-based modelling approach for irrigation water quality suitability zonation in parts of Satluj River Basin, Bist Doab region, North India

Irrigation Groundwater Quality Characteristics: A Case Study of Cyprus

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