Water Quality Assessment in Relation to Water Depth in Dan-Zaria Dam North Central Nigeria

• Author(s): Audu Abdulwahab ; Peter Obasa ; Sadiq Bashiru
• Paper ID: 1706398
• Page: 529-537
• Published Date: 04-11-2024
• Published In: Iconic Research And Engineering Journals
• Publisher: IRE Journals
• e-ISSN: 2456-8880
• Volume/Issue: Volume 8 Issue 4 October-2024

Abstract

This study assesses the influence of water depth on the physicochemical properties of Dan Zaria Dam and its suitability for agricultural and domestic use. Statistical analysis revealed significant variations with depth in parameters like pH, electrical conductivity, total dissolved solids (TDS), and dissolved oxygen (DO). pH decreased with depth (p < 0.05), indicating more acidic conditions, while conductivity and TDS increased (p < 0.05), reflecting higher mineral concentrations. DO levels also declined at greater depths, likely due to reduced oxygen diffusion. Other parameters, including calcium hardness, alkalinity, and nitrate, showed no significant depth-related changes and remained within safe limits. The findings emphasize the need for depth-sensitive water quality management, focusing on potential issues like DO depletion and mineral accumulation in deeper water layers.

Keywords

Agricultural, Depth, Parameters, Layers.

Citations

IRE Journals:
Audu Abdulwahab , Peter Obasa , Sadiq Bashiru "Water Quality Assessment in Relation to Water Depth in Dan-Zaria Dam North Central Nigeria" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 8 Issue 4 2024 Page 529-537

IEEE:
Audu Abdulwahab , Peter Obasa , Sadiq Bashiru "Water Quality Assessment in Relation to Water Depth in Dan-Zaria Dam North Central Nigeria" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 8(4)