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Thermal stratification responses of a monomictic reservoir under different seasons and operation schemes

This study investigates the thermal stratification responses of a monomictic reservoir operated under different facilities. The analysis of 60-year long data showed that the reservoir's thermal regime varies with season and withdrawal scheme and is affected by upstream reach control through the...

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Published in:The Science of the total environment 2021-05, Vol.767, p.144423-144423, Article 144423
Main Authors: Duka, Maurice A., Shintani, Tetsuya, Yokoyama, Katsuhide
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Language:English
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Summary:This study investigates the thermal stratification responses of a monomictic reservoir operated under different facilities. The analysis of 60-year long data showed that the reservoir's thermal regime varies with season and withdrawal scheme and is affected by upstream reach control through the vertical curtain. Isothermal conditions exist during winter (December–March) while stratification onsets in spring (starting April), intensifies in summer (August) and weakens during fall (October–November). Considering summer stratification, deep hypolimnetic withdrawals through the penstock intake promoted thicker epilimnion, with low values of thermal stability (Schmidt Stability Index, SSI) and thermocline strength index (TSI). Meanwhile, shallow withdrawals using selective outflow system resulted in narrower epilimnion, with larger TSI for no curtain scenario and larger SSI for with curtain scenario. Strongest thermoclines do not necessarily translate to largest magnitudes of thermal stability. Longer duration of stratification is associated with shallow withdrawals. Depending on the outflow depth and the occurrence of prolonged hot or cold atmospheric conditions, the onset of stratification could be likely shifted early or late. The 3D numerical simulation determined the individual effects of each operation, which strongly supported the results of the long term analysis. Since thermal stratification directly influences the reservoir's water quality regime, this study can be a helpful reference in optimizing the water quality management of the reservoir. [Display omitted] •Deep withdrawal weakens stratification.•Shallow withdrawal with no curtain strengthens thermocline.•Shallow withdrawal with curtain enhances thermal stability.•Longer stratified periods occur with shallow withdrawals.
ISSN:0048-9697
1879-1026
DOI:10.1016/j.scitotenv.2020.144423