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Nitro-Brew in your Lagoons: How Bugs Beat Ammonia
18th Mar
10:10am - 11:00am MDT
Elderberry-Wastewater
57 attended
Session Description
Dive into the science of nitrification and denitrification and how beneficial microbes turn ammonia into nitrate/nitrite in lagoon-based wastewater systems. This session explores key process drivers like dissolved oxygen, temperature, and pH, along with simple, effective strategies to enhance total nitrogen removal. Attendees will learn how to recognize common nitrification issues, apply targeted solutions, and review real-world lagoon case studies showing measurable improvements. Whether you're optimizing existing operations or planning upgrades, this session offers clear, actionable insights to keep your lagoon system efficient and compliant year-round.
Attendees (57)
Peter Huisman
Circuit Rider- Water at CRWA
Jeff Howe
14484 at Wolf Compliance Consulting LLC
Edward Simmons
Systems Specialist at Cherokee Metropolitan District
Steven Bush
operator at Springfield, Town of
Brian Drury
Systems Specialist at US Air Force Academy
Corey Griffis
District Manager at Forest Lakes Metro District
Fredrick McRee
ORC at San Juan River Village MD
Matthew Hinkley
Systems Specialist at Cherokee Metropolitan District
Darrell Davis
Board Member at CRWA
Ryan Belmont
Wastewater Plant Manager at Pueblo West Metro District
Mark Prince
Water Operator at Cherokee Park Dude Ranch
Thomas Triplat
water operator at Cottonwood Springs Mobile Home Park
Ratmir Burbeck
Plant Water Technician at Platte River Power Authority
Kevin Larimore
Public Works Supervisor at Del Norte, Town of
Jesus Hernandez
Maintenance Supervisor at Ordway, Town of
Jeremiah Gaynor
Public Works Manager at Kit Carson, Town of
+41 other Attendees