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Urban diffuse sources of faecal indicators.

B O'Keefe1, B J D'Arcy, J Davidson

  • 1Scottish Environment Protection Agency Riccarton, Edinburgh EH14 4AP, UK.

Water Science and Technology : a Journal of the International Association on Water Pollution Research
|April 27, 2005
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Urban diffuse pollution, including pet waste and bird roosts, significantly impacts bathing water quality in Scotland. This study investigates these overlooked sources alongside traditional sewage issues.

Area of Science:

  • Environmental Science
  • Water Quality Management
  • Urban Hydrology

Background:

  • Growing concerns regarding Scotland's bathing water quality necessitate a broader investigation beyond municipal sewage.
  • Previous research on diffuse pollution primarily focused on rural land use, neglecting urban environments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the significance of urban diffuse pollution sources on bathing water quality.
  • To identify and review potential urban diffuse pollution pathways, including non-human sources.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of urban diffuse pollution sources.
  • Case study analysis of Portobello beach, Edinburgh, and its catchment area (Figgate Burn).
  • Examination of pollution incidents in Dunfermline's sewer network.

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Main Results:

  • Identified potential urban diffuse sources include sewage in surface water sewers, pigeon roosts, and pet faecal matter.
  • Portobello beach's pollution sources within the Figgate Burn catchment were described.
  • Examples of sewage pollution pathways in urban streams and control measures (e.g., Sustainable Drainage Systems - SUDS) were presented.

Conclusions:

  • Urban diffuse pollution represents a significant, yet often overlooked, contributor to bathing water quality issues.
  • Further investigation and targeted management strategies are required to address urban diffuse sources effectively.