PROJECT PRESENTATION ON:
“ASSESSMENT AND COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF WATER PARAMETERS
OF KHAM RIVER AND SURROUNDING BORE WELL SAMPLES”
UNDER GUIDANCE OF
PROF. RASHMI PURUSHOTTAM
DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
GOVERNMENT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
CHATRAPATI SAMBHAJI NAGAR
PRESENTED BY :
Vaishnavi Akhade BE21F01F002
Pallavi Ambhore BE21F01F003
Pooja Bedkute BE21F01F006
Aishwarya Dhole BE21F01F012
Vedika Gore BE21F01F016
Sakshi Tatu BE21F01F053
Nikita Tikute BE21F01F055
Syed Areeba BE22S01F001
Introduction
•Kham River is a seasonal river in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
(Aurangabad), Maharashtra.
•Origin: Jatwada Hills.
•Length: 65 km.
•Merges: Into Godavari River at Natshagar, Paithan.
Course and Key Features
•Early Course:
• Flows through Begampur (exposed to domestic waste and
sewage).
• Passes Panchakki (historic Mughal water mill).
•Middle Course:
• Crosses Himayat Bagh (Mughal Garden, ecological buffer).
• Flows beneath Nirala Bazar and Roshan Gate (high urban
pollution).
•Later Course:
• Passes CIDCO and N-11 areas (stagnant and polluted stretches).
• Eco Park near Airport (beautified and greener segment).
Water Quality Monitoring and Study of Kham River
Importance of Water Quality Monitoring
•Public Health and Safety:
Prevents spread of waterborne diseases (cholera, typhoid, dysentery) by detecting
contamination early.
•Pollution Control and Regulation:
Helps identify pollution sources (sewage, industrial waste) and supports
enforcement of pollution control laws.
•Urban Planning and Sustainable Development:
Provides data for better sewage treatment, green infrastructure, and sustainable
riverfront development.
•Ecosystem Protection:
Maintains biodiversity and ecological balance by protecting aquatic life.
•Public Awareness and Participation:
Engages local citizens in monitoring efforts and promotes environmental
responsibility.
•Climate Resilience and Adaptation:
Supports planning against climate change impacts like droughts and water scarcity.
Methodology: Water Assessment of Kham River
Sample Collection
•Locations:
• Begumpura
• Panchakki
• Himayat Bagh
• Ecopark
•Sources:
• Surface Water (Kham River)
• Borewell Water
•Process:
• Samples collected from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
• Collected in clean, sterilized PET bottles.
• Stored in a cool place and tested within 24 hours.
•Standards Followed:
• IS 10500 (Indian Standards for Drinking Water Quality)
• Testing using AQUASOL water testing kits.
Test Parameters
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Drinking Water Standards (BIS &
WHO)
Data Recording and Validation
Process Overview
• Test results were first recorded manually on lab data sheets.
• Data was then compiled digitally for better organization and analysis.
• Each test was conducted in duplicate to ensure accuracy.
• Anomalies in results were repeated and verified.
• Cross-verification was done using AQUASOL kit color charts and titration
manuals.
• Each sample was labeled carefully with date, location, and water source to avoid
confusion.
Safety and Precautionary
Measures
•PPE Used: Gloves, aprons, goggles.
•Reagent Handling: AQUASOL reagents
handled carefully to avoid contact.
•Disposal: Used reagents and samples
discarded in chemical waste containers;
neutralization done as per lab guidelines.
•Hygiene: Hands and surfaces cleaned
thoroughly after each test.
Kham River and Bore Water Test
Analysis
Standard Limits of Water Quality Parameters
ANALYSIS
RIVER WATER SAMPLE
BORE WATER SAMPLE
Comparison of Water Quality Data with
Standard Limits:
Alternative Uses of Water Based on Quality
Parameters
Agricultural & Irrigation Use
Industrial Uses
Aquaculture & Fisheries
Sanitation & General Cleaning
Final Water Usage Recommendations
Project Objectives
[Link] Water Quality
1. Analyse chemical, physical, biological parameters
(Kham River & bore water).
2. Compare with BIS & WHO standards.
[Link] Groundwater Contamination
1. Study pollutant impact on underground water.
2. Identify sources: industrial, domestic, agricultural.
[Link] Water Usability
1. Classify water: drinkable, irrigation, industrial, or
unsuitable.
2. Suggest treatment methods.
[Link] Solutions
1. Propose pollution control measures.
2. Advocate sustainable water treatment for community
use.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT
Identification Of Potential Environmental Impact On Human Health ,Plant Life and
construction materials.
1. Impact On Human Health
i. Waterborne disease
ii. Cholera
iii. Toxic chemical exposure
iv. Skin and eye irritations
v. Long – term public health impacts
vi. Turbidity and suspended solids
vii. Low dissolved oxygen levels
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2. Impacts on plant life
A. Impact of clean river water on plant life
Key positive effects:
a. Proper nutrient absorption
b. Healthy root development
c. Improved photosynthesis
d. High crop yield
e. Support aquatic plants
B. Impact of dirty ( polluted ) river water on plant life
Key negative effects:
a. Toxic substance absorption
b. Algal blooms and oxygen depletion
c. Soil contamination
d. Reduced photosynthesis and growth
e. Diseases and root rot
3. impact on constructions materials
Paramet Effects on construction materials
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Nitrate Reacts with concrete ingredients; causes loss of strength and promotes
corrosion of embedded steel.
Total Hard water forms deposits/scaling inside pipelines and concrete pores,
Hardness reducing durability and causing cracks.
Free Attacks steel reinforcement (rebar) inside concrete, causing rust,
Chlorine expansion, and cracking of concrete.
Total Accelerates corrosion of steel and aluminum components; can also
Chlorine weaken concrete bonding over time.
Mangane Causes staining and weak layer formation in concrete; minor contributor
se to corrosion when mixed with oxygen.
Dissolve Speeds up corrosion of embedded steel; rusted steel expands, leading to
d internal cracks in concrete.
Oxygen
Alkalinity If too high, it can disrupt the setting of cement, making concrete brittle or
porous.
Fluoride At high concentrations, attacks calcium compounds in cement, leading to
weakening and lower strength of concrete.
Discussion on potential mitigation strategies
1. Key Mitigation Strategies
2. Innovative and nature- based solutions
3. Policy and government support
4. Benefits of mitigation strategies
CONCLUSION
Key Construction Risks
• Weak concrete and mortar
• Early cracking and collapse
• Corrosion of rebar and machinery
Health & Environmental Impact
• Worker health risks
• Soil and groundwater contamination
• Legal penalties and delays
River Water Testing Findings
•Some safe parameters
•Pollution from agriculture, sewage,
industry
•Threat to aquatic life and human health
RECOMMENDATIONS: FUTURE RESEARCH DIRECTION FOR
WATER SAMPLE TESTING
Research Focus
• Emerging Contaminants
• Advanced Detection Techniques
• Water Quality Modeling
• Sustainability in Water Management
Nanotechnology-based Sensors
• Real-time detection of contaminants (e.g., heavy metals, PFAS)
• Portable and cost-effective solutions
Biosensors
• Enzyme/antibody-based sensors for pathogens/pollutants
• Rapid, on-site testing for water quality
Climate Change & Water Quality
•Study effects of rainfall, temperature, and
extreme weather
•Adaptation of water systems to changing
conditions
Hydrological Modeling
•Combining water data with models to predict
contamination risks
Emerging Contaminants
•Focus on microplastics, pharmaceuticals,
endocrine disruptors
•Impact on ecosystems and health
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