Physiochemical Parameters Of Borehole Water In Umuahia Nigeria

ABSTRACT

This study was aimed at deternining water quality parameter in borehole water in Umuahia in other to

access the quality of the borehole. Water samples were collected in different location. Parameter for

quality check include, PH, temperature, electrical conductivity biochemical oxygen demand. Dissolved

oxygen, chloride, sulphate biochemical oxygen demand acidity hardness, alkalinity were determining

using their respective standard method of analysis. Parameters determined gave result which fell within

the World Health Organization (WHO) and Federal environmental protection agency. Limit for portable

water except for electrical conductivity and temperature which gave elevated values as again their

corresponding WHO the overall result from this study showed that water sample borehole studied where

find to be safe for drinking and other domestic activities considering the parameters which fell within the

allowable limits. However proactive measure must be taken to check the levels of electrical conductivity

and temperature to avert severe contamination and protect our precious borehole water resources. It is

therefore recommended that the borehole water from this location should be subjected to treatment

processes to reduce electrical conductivity and temperature levels before exposure to public use.