Glossary of Water and Wastewater Terms

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5 random terms from our glossary

Warning

The word WARNING is used to indicate a hazard level between CAUTION and DANGER. Also see CAUTION, DANGER, and NOTICE.

Broken Hub

In bell-and-spigot pipe, the bell portion is frequently called the hub. A fracture or break in the bell portion is called a broken hub.

Water Lance

A pipe on the end of a water hose that is used to hydraulically jet out solids.

Influent

Water or other liquid—raw (untreated) or partially treated—flowing INTO a reservoir, basin, treatment process, or treatment plant.

Buffer

A solution or liquid whose chemical makeup neutralizes acids or bases without a great change in pH.