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An overview of recent studies on Wabamun Lake

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To learn more about sediment and water quality in Wabamun Lake and how it compares to other area lakes, Alberta Environment started several comprehensive studies of the lake in the summer of 2002,... More ≫

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To learn more about sediment and water quality in Wabamun Lake and how it compares to other area lakes, Alberta Environment started several comprehensive studies of the lake in the summer of 2002, including assessments of differences in water quality across the lake, metals and trace organic contaminants in sediments, the significance of sediment quality to aquatic biota and the occurrence of disinfection by-products from the Wabamun Lake Water Treatment Plant. Additionally, a report summarizing the 20-year history of water quality of Wabamun Lake hasbeen compiled to provide a historical perspective on water quality of the lake.

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Overview of water quality in the Muskeg River basin July 1972 to March 2001

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The Muskeg River and its tributaries have been sampled by Alberta Environment between 1972 and 2001. The purpose of this report is to summarize this data, interpret water quality conditions and... More ≫

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The Muskeg River and its tributaries have been sampled by Alberta Environment between 1972 and 2001. The purpose of this report is to summarize this data, interpret water quality conditions and controlling factors, check for any trends in water quality over the long term, and assess whether any effects of oil sands development are apparent. The intent is to make a scientific contribution to the knowledge and understanding of the Muskeg River system, and of potential oil sands development effects, in view of the level of development proposed for this basin.

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Chlorates : a literature review of aspects relevant to the aquatic environment

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The purpose of this document is to summarize the aquatic information available on chlorates, and to provide a list of pertinent literature.

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Design and construction of liners for municipal wastewater stabilization ponds

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The manual outlines the seepage control criteria and the lagoon liner design standards that have been adopted for municipal wastewater stabilization ponds in Alberta.

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