Aerated Lagoons

Definition

Aerated lagoons are wastewater treatment systems that use oxygen to break down organic matter and remove pollutants. They consist of large shallow basins where microorganisms decompose organic waste aerobically, resulting in cleaner water.

Related terms

Wastewater Treatment Plant: A facility designed to treat and purify wastewater before it is released back into the environment.

Activated Sludge Process: An aerobic biological treatment process used in wastewater treatment plants that involves mixing wastewater with a culture of microorganisms called activated sludge.

Nutrient Removal: The process of removing excess nutrients (such as nitrogen and phosphorus) from wastewater to prevent pollution and protect aquatic ecosystems.