Record #:

33546

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

Researchers at North Carolina State University recommend that agricultural producers in coastal North Carolina continue to use wetlands to filter sediment, nitrogen and phosphorus from water drained from agricultural fields despite evidence that artificial flooding will change the nature of wetland forests. Their recent studies suggest some guidelines for more effectively using wetland buffers to remove pollutants from agricultural drainage.

Source:

Water Resources Research Institute News (NoCar HD 1694 N8 N48x), Vol. Issue 246, Sept/Oct 1987, p2-4 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Agricultural drainage, Aspects of--North Carolina Eastern; Agricultural pollution--Prevention; Wetlands

Record #:

33548

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

A study by the North Carolina Division of Water Resources says that anticipated industrial development and increased agricultural irrigation could have a heavy impact on surface water resources in the Dan River Basin over the next three decades. Development of water resources in the basin must be carefully planned to maintain adequate streamflows and water quality.

Source:

Water Resources Research Institute News (NoCar HD 1694 N8 N48x), Vol. Issue 246, Sept/Oct 1987, p5 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Dan River; Water quality management; Water resources development

Record #:

33575

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

The North Carolina Agricultural Cost Share Program for Nonpoint Source Pollution Control, which provides farmers up to seventy-five-percent of the cost of implementing conservation practices to reduce agricultural pollution of water bodies, was initiated in 1985 in sixteen counties in nutrient-sensitive watersheds. The program has produced both environmental and economic benefits, and is expanding to include additional counties.

Source:

Water Resources Research Institute News (NoCar HD 1694 N8 N48x), Vol. Issue 247, Nov/Dec 1987, p1 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Agricultural pollution--Prevention; Non-point source pollution; Watershed management

Record #:

33576

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

After receiving a report on water supply and use in the Eno River Area, the Environmental Management Commission instructed the Division of Environmental Management to hold public hearings on the need to designate the Eno River Area a Capacity Use Area. The designation would enable water-use allocations and regulations for the area.

Source:

Water Resources Research Institute News (NoCar HD 1694 N8 N48x), Vol. Issue 247, Nov/Dec 1987, p1-2 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Eno River; Water supply; Watershed management

Record #:

33577

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

Edward J. Kuenzler, professor of environmental biology at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, conducted a study of two North Carolina swamps receiving municipal effluent. The study was funded by the Water Resources Research Institute and provides recommendations for long-term management of swamps and natural treatment of wastewater effluent.

Source:

Water Resources Research Institute News (NoCar HD 1694 N8 N48x), Vol. Issue 247, Nov/Dec 1987, p2-3 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Water quality management--research; Wetlands; Wastewater management

Record #:

33578

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

Scientists at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill have been conducting laboratory research on pollutant biodegradation in subsurface soils for several years. They are investigating aquifer contamination in eastern North Carolina, and testing biotechnology for cleaning up groundwater pollution.

Source:

Water Resources Research Institute News (NoCar HD 1694 N8 N48x), Vol. Issue 247, Nov/Dec 1987, p3-4 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Biotechnology--Research; Groundwater--Pollution; Water quality management--research

Record #:

33579

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

Nuisance blooms of blue-green algae have caused water quality problems in the Chowan and Neuse Rivers, and the potential for similar algal problems is uncertain in new impoundments such as the Jordan and the Falls of the Neuse reservoirs. Dr. Val Smith in the Department of Biology at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill has developed models predicting algae biomass and applied the models to North Carolina reservoirs.

Source:

Water Resources Research Institute News (NoCar HD 1694 N8 N48x), Vol. Issue 247, Nov/Dec 1987, p4 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Algae blooms--Monitoring; Water quality management--research; Reservoirs

Record #:

33581

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

A study of water quality problems in the nation’s streams and rivers has revealed that the worst problems are caused by nonpoint source pollution. In response, the Environmental Protection Agency shifted responsibility for pollution control from federal to state programs. North Carolina has already made substantial progress in assessing water pollution problems, and is soliciting public comments on watershed priorities.

Source:

Water Resources Research Institute News (NoCar HD 1694 N8 N48x), Vol. Issue 248, Jan/Feb 1988, p1-3 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Environmental Protection Agency; Water quality management; Water--Pollution--Laws and legislation; Watershed--Protection

Record #:

33582

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

North Carolina communities are acting to protect the streams and reservoirs they rely on for drinking water by requesting reclassification of their water supplies under the North Carolina Water Supply Protection Program. The new system has three water supply classes defined by the amount and types of permitted wastewater discharges and requirements for nonpoint source controls in the watershed. Various departments of State government are offering technical assistance, and land use and economic information.

Source:

Water Resources Research Institute News (NoCar HD 1694 N8 N48x), Vol. Issue 249, Mar 1988, p1-3 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wastewater management; Water quality management; Watershed--Protection; Water--Standards

Record #:

33583

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

The North Carolina Clean Water Loan and Grant Fund of 1987 was created by the General Assembly to provide low-interest loans and some grants to local governments for construction of wastewater and water supply projects. The Division of Environmental Management is accepting applications for a broad range of activities. Details about the program are provided in this article.

Source:

Water Resources Research Institute News (NoCar HD 1694 N8 N48x), Vol. Issue 249, Mar 1988, p3-5 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Water supply--Laws and legislation; Water resources development; North Carolina. Division of Environmental Management

Record #:

33584

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

Governor Jim Martin has established a special Coastal Initiative Commission to gather information from citizens about ways to balance environmental protection with coastal development and economic opportunities. The initiative focuses on protection of water quality and fisheries habitats, preserving natural coastal features, and encouraging waterfront development.

Source:

Water Resources Research Institute News (NoCar HD 1694 N8 N48x), Vol. Issue 249, Mar 1988, p5 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Coastal management; Coastal areas--Development; Water quality management--Coastal

Record #:

33585

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission voted in January to classify the lower Neuse River Basin as nutrient sensitive waters. This decision makes the reduction of phosphorus mandatory at the municipal and industrial wastewater treatment facilities. Specific nutrient management strategies have been developed for point and nonpoint source control of nutrients.

Source:

Water Resources Research Institute News (NoCar HD 1694 N8 N48x), Vol. Issue 249, Mar 1988, p5-6 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Water quality management--Neuse River; Wastewater management; Water--Standards

Record #:

34028

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

The North Carolina Attorney General’s office has asked the Environmental Protection Agency to withdraw the order to consider whether to revoke the state’s authority to regulate hazardous waste. Issues arose from GSX Chemical Services, Inc. and the Hazardous Waste Treatment Council alleging that the law discriminates against commercial hazardous waste treatment facilities and makes it impossible for new commercial facilities to be permitted in the state.

Source:

Water Resources Research Institute News (NoCar HD 1694 N8 N48x), Vol. Issue 250, Apr/May 1988, p1-3 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hazardous waste--Laws and legislation; Hazardous waste treatment facilities

Record #:

34029

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

Responding to criticism of the way North Carolina’s environmental regulation programs are organized, Governor James G. Martin proposed in February that environmental regulatory, environmental health, and natural resource programs be consolidated into a new department to be called the North Carolina Department of Health and Environment. This article discusses the proposed reorganization and issues that have emerged between environmentalists and business leaders.

Source:

Water Resources Research Institute News (NoCar HD 1694 N8 N48x), Vol. Issue 250, Apr/May 1988, p3-5 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Environmental policy; Environmental health

Record #:

34030

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

Finding an environmentally acceptable way to dispose of wastewater sludge and other wastes generated in North Carolina every year may be the biggest problem facing the state’s municipal and industrial wastewater treatment plant managers today. Managers are considering reusing sludges and composts rather than emphasizing sludge disposal due to increasing environmental costs.

Source:

Water Resources Research Institute News (NoCar HD 1694 N8 N48x), Vol. Issue 250, Apr/May 1988, p5 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wastewater management