Seasonal and spatial variation of diffuse (non-point) source zinc pollution in a historically metal mined river catchment, UK
Gozzard, E.; Mayes, W.M.; Potter, H.A.B.; Jarvis, A.P.. 2011 Seasonal and spatial variation of diffuse (non-point) source zinc pollution in a historically metal mined river catchment, UK. Environmental Pollution, 159 (10). 3113-3122. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envpol.2011.02.010
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Abstract/Summary
Quantifying diffuse sources of pollution is becoming increasingly important when characterising river catchments in entirety - a prerequisite for environmental management. This study examines both low and high flow events, as well as spatial variability, in order to assess point and diffuse components of zinc pollution within the River West Allen catchment, which lies within the northern England leadezinc Orefield. Zinc levels in the river are elevated under all flow regimes, and are of environmental concern. Diffuse components are of little importance at low flow, with point source mine water discharges dominating instream zinc concentration and load. During higher river flows 90% of the instream zinc load is attributed to diffuse sources, where inputs from resuspension of metal-rich sediments, and groundwater influx are likely to be more dominant. Remediating point mine water discharges should significantly improve water quality at lower flows, but contribution from diffuse sources will continue to elevate zinc flux at higher flows.
| Item Type: | Publication - Article |
|---|---|
| Digital Object Identifier (DOI): | https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envpol.2011.02.010 |
| Programmes: | CEH Topics & Objectives 2009 - 2012 > Water |
| UKCEH and CEH Sections/Science Areas: | Acreman |
| ISSN: | 0269-7491 |
| Additional Keywords: | flux, mine drainage, sediment, Water Framework Directive, zinc |
| NORA Subject Terms: | Ecology and Environment Hydrology Earth Sciences |
| Date made live: | 19 Dec 2011 12:43 +0 (UTC) |
| URI: | https://nora.nerc.ac.uk/id/eprint/13371 |
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