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What methods are being used to control zebra mussels inside power plants?

April 26, 2017CONTROL methods Mussels plants power Used zebra

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What methods are being used to control zebra mussels inside power plants?

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There are many methods that have been investigated to help control zebra mussels. They are listed below in no particular order. Some methods will work better than others in a particular situation. Chemical molluscicides: Oxidizing (chlorine, chlorine dioxide) and Non-oxidizing Manual removal (pigging, high pressure wash) Dewatering / Desiccation (freezing, heated air) Thermal (steam injection, hot water >32C) Acoustical vibration Electrical current Filters, Screens Coatings: Toxic (copper, zinc) and Non-toxic (silicone-based) Toxic constructed piping (copper, brass, galvanized metals) Carbon dioxide injection Ultraviolet light Anoxia / Hypoxia Flushing Student Interviews Dreissena Species – A Closer Look For more information contact: Amy Benson: abenson@usgs.