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The water that comes out of the tap has quite a story to tell. In this six-video segment, as part of the “Do the Science” series, the process of water purification is explored through scientific concepts, along with a preview of the variety of careers available in the water industry as demonstrated at the Kern County Water Agency’s Improvement District No. 4 Henry C. Garnett Water Purification Plant. Below are descriptions of the six segments and video links.
An overview of water supplies and the beginning of the water purification process at the Kern County Water Agency’s Improvement District No. 4 Henry C. Garnett Water Purification Plant is explored in this video.
Chemicals are added to aid the water purification process at the Kern County Water Agency’s Improvement District No. 4 Henry C. Garnett Water Purification Plant.
Chemical reactions are observed as the water passes through the water purification process at the Kern County Water Agency’s Improvement District No. 4 Henry C. Garnett Water Purification Plant.
Advanced technology and chemistry are required for the water purification process the at the Kern County Water Agency’s Improvement District No. 4 Henry C. Garnett Water Purification Plant.
A broad spectrum of equipment and analyses are required in the laboratory at the Kern County Water Agency’s Improvement District No. 4 Henry C. Garnett Water Purification Plant. Learn more about the process and procedures used.
The Kern County Water Agency’s Improvement District No. 4 Henry C. Garnett Water Purification Plant has a state-of-the-art power supply facility, which includes a photovoltaic array, stand-by diesel generators, and utility power.