Algae in U/G Holding Tanks

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Do you mine under the sea?

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Do you mine under the sea?

No, we mine potash out of Colonsay, SK, Canada. The water is just pumped from an open surface pond to u/g holding tanks.

Chlorine. Brine must be highly concentrated to be effective, whereas a free chlorine level of 1ppm will keep your water clear.

Hello,

Chlorine is definitivly the best solution, but keep in mind that it must be mixed well with the water in the tank and also that it will stop being active after about 2 - 3 days (depending on temperature and organic content of the water). 1 ppm is good to start with - just make yourself aware of any environmental restrictions regarding the use of Chlorine.

I suggest to either add the chlorine into the filling up line for better mixing or if you have enough flow through in the tank you might also think about using those tablets that are used in swimming pools.

Good luck

If the tank is kept under pressure alge growth is reduced and clorine works much longer.

The lack of pressure in the tank allows the alge to grow fast. I doscovered this on a sail boat years ago. Adding just 20lbs of pressure to the tanks cut the alge growth and we used a lot less clorine too.

I use ozone to control algae in stored water. Set up a recirculation system, inject ozone into the recirculation line. Less environmental impact than chlorine or brine, especially if the water escapes to the aquifer.

UV will also do the trick, and you don't need to worry about escaping ozone.

treat the pond before drawing the water into your holding tank.

see www.killlakeweeds.com

Add potash to water increasing the alkalinity above that which supports the growth of algae.