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Journal
Journal of Environmental Systems
ISSN
0047-2433 (print) 1541-3802 (electronic)
Volume
26
Issue
2
Date
1/1/1997

Article Facts

Title
A Probability Based Screening Tool to Estimate Soil Venting Efficiencies
DOI
10.2190/HXEV-BJN0-9P9J-EJQP
Authors
  • William F. Mcternan
  • Gregory G. Wilber
  • Kenneth K. Kebbell
Pages
191-214
Online Date
05/09/2002

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A Probability Based Screening Tool to Estimate Soil Venting Efficiencies

William F. Mcternan
Gregory G. Wilber
Kenneth K. Kebbell

DOI: 10.2190/HXEV-BJN0-9P9J-EJQP

Abstract

This research developed a series of probability plots identifying the efficiencies of soil vapor extraction (SVE) as a function of soil type, spill size, and vacuum applied. the technique employed involved modifying an agronomic soil moisture model to further simulate air permeabilities for the various soils investigated. Probability density functions were developed for these permeabilities as well as for the expected BETX and Total Hydrocarbon recoveries. Comparisons to other approaches showed the method to be valid while providing a full range of probabilities for each of the metrics of concern.

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