This study investigated the impact of temperature increases (16 °C, 20 °C, 24 °C) and source variations (treated ground- and surface water) on drinking water microbiome in a pilot-scale distribution network over 137 days. Higher temperatures increased bulk bacterial cell densities, while water source significantly influenced both bulk cell densities and community composition. Biofilm cell densities remained unaffected by temperature, establishing a mature biofilm by day 70 with a core microbiome resilient to changes. Findings highlight the importance of water source quality for maintaining biological stability in drinking water systems.
Publisher
npj Clean Water
Published On
Aug 20, 2024
Authors
Fien Waegenaar, Thomas Pluym, Laura Coene, Jozefien Schelfhout, Cristina García-Timermans, Bart De Gusseme, Nico Boon
Tags
drinking water
microbiome
temperature
water source
bacterial density
biofilm
community composition
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