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Iron bacteria problems in wells
Author(s) -
Smith Stuart
Publication year - 1981
Publication title -
opflow
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 1551-8701
pISSN - 0149-8029
DOI - 10.1002/j.1551-8701.1981.tb00700.x
Subject(s) - bacteria , iron bacteria , odor , acetic acid , chlorine , corrosion , chemistry , ammonium , environmental chemistry , microbiology and biotechnology , biology , biochemistry , organic chemistry , genetics
Two major forms of iron bacteria are Gallionella and the Actinomycete group members. These bacteria aid processes which cause slime on well pipes and in water systems, and may result in sudden iron staining, reduced well yield, unpleasant taste and odor, and corrosion. Methods of preventing iron bacterial contamination include use of chlorine disinfectants, circulatory tanks, hypochlorites, quaternary ammonium compounds, acetic acid, and heat.