Glossary of Water and Wastewater Terms
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W Y Z5 random terms from our glossary
particle counter
A device that counts and measures the size of individual particles in water.
collection system
See wastewater collection system.
stormwater
Any precipitation that reaches the Earth’s surface, including man-made and natural landcover. Also see stormwater runoff.
metalimnion (met-uh-LIM-nee-on)
The middle layer in a thermally stratified lake or reservoir. In this layer there is a rapid decrease in temperature with depth. Also called thermocline.
high-line jumpers
Pipes or hoses connected to fire hydrants and laid on top of the ground to provide emergency water service for an isolated portion of a distribution system.
