The Murky Truth About Turbid Borehole Water

Turbidity is the cloudiness(muddy) of borehole water caused by suspended solids(e.g sediments) and microscopic organisms(E-coil)

Common causes of turbid borehole water

•New borehole construction disrupts aquifers and introduce sediments into water

•Sediments are commonly found within aquifers and settle over time and they are stirred during pumping of water into the water storage tanks

•Decaying organic matter in the soil can be released into water causing high levels of turbidity

•During rainfall processes like soil erosion washes soil particles into water especially boreholes without casing

Side effects of turbid borehole water

•Turbid borehole water harbor dangerous microbes like E-coil causing serious illnesses like diarrhea, associated headaches, etc

•High levels of turbidity in water causes water taste unpleasant and smelly(odor)

Solutions for high levels of turbidity in borehole water

•we always recommend communities to know the water they consume daily by considering onsite water testing or using accredited laboratory

• Carbon filtration is perfect solution for crystal clear water

•Ultrafiltration :this process involves membrane technologies designed with pre-filters made of polymers

•Water disinfection is an application that uses innovative technologies like Ultraviolet lights, Ozone, etc