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
absorption rate
The speed at which a measured amount of solid material can absorb a measured amount of liquid. Under pressure, water can infiltrate a given volume of gravel very rapidly. The water will penetrate (or be absorbed by) sand more slowly and will take even longer to saturate the same amount of clay.
purveyor, water (purr-VAY-or)
An agency or person that supplies water (usually potable water).
select backfill
Material selected for desirable compaction or other characteristics used to backfill an excavation.
inhibitory substances
Materials that kill or restrict the ability of organisms to treat wastes.
centerline
Center of the width of a public or utility easement or roadway.
