Water Quality Analysis Simulation Program (WASP 8.2)
Water Qualify Modeling Workshop • June 11 -15, 2018

Water Quality Analysis Simulation Program

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Naxt WASP Workshop
August)-5,2016 —EPA
Region 4 — Atlanta, GA



3eDys EPA Region 4 and the National Water Quality Modeling Work Group is proud to sponsor
\ a 5-day workshop on water quality principles/modeling using the Water Quality Analysis

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Simulation Program (WASP). WASP is one of the most widely used water quality models in
pro-^ the ^5 and throughout the world. With an estimated 10,000+ installed user base, the model
is continually being enhanced to meet the needs of the user community. WASP can be applied to streams,
rivers, lakes/reservoirs, and estuaries in 1, 2 or 3 dimensions.

WASP is used routinely throughout the United States in the
development of TMDLs and waste load allocations. The
model is capable of simulating: nutrients (nitrogen,
phosphorus, silica), dissolved oxygen (including sediment
diagenesis), biochemical oxygen demand (3 types),
phytoplankton (5 species), benthic & macro algae (3
species), inorganic/organic solids (5 types including
mechanistic sediment transport), pathogens, water
temperature, pH and alkalinity. The chemical model is
capable of simulating 10 organic chemicals, 10 nano chemicals, 10 dissolved carbon components,
inorganic/organic solids (5 types including mechanistic sediment transport), 5 microbial groups, and

water temperature.

WASPS is available for Microsoft Windows, Apple
OSX, and Linux based machines. The modeling
package consists of: a user-friendly graphical user
interface that assists the users in developing a
modeling input file, access time series data from
database management systems, and a graphical
post processor to aid in model calibration and
report generation.

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development. The Advanced Cudepmcatioii model has l»o
tested against WASP7 "The hydrodynamic linkage option is no

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Special 1 opics:

J	Real World Hands-On Exercises

S	Linkage of Watershed Models to WASP

J	Linkage of Hydrodynamic Models to WASP

•f	Developing Model Network's using EPA's BASINS GIS Tool

S	Sediment Diagenesis Module

S	Organizing Time Series Data for Model Input

S	Calibration Procedures for Water Quality Modeling

•S	Developing a Nutrient TMDL

Who Should Attend

This course is designed to train the beginner to the most advanced user. The participants will be given
PowerPoint presentations and other materials to make it easy to follow along in the course.


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Water Quality Analysis Simulation Program (WASP 8.2)
Water Quality Modeling Workshop • June 11 -15, 2018

The workshop provides an excellent overview of major water quality processes including how they are
implemented in the model. The training sessions are broken into theory lecture sessions and hands-on
sessions. The majority of the workshop is hands-on using real world examples. The instructors encourage
interaction and discussion to meet everyone's concerns.

Dates, Locations, and Logistics

We are planning for approximately 40 people in the class. Participants attending a WASP training course
will be required to have a laptop computer or share a computer with someone. Note: If possible make
sure that you have Administrative Rights for your notebook to install the WASP Model. The laptop
computer will be used for running the model and viewing the course materials. All materials will be in
electronic format and will be handed out at the beginning of the workshop.

Instructors

Tim Wool - is with US EPA Region 4/TMDL Program. Tim has over 30 years' experience in the
development and application of WASP. Tim routinely uses WASP for the development of TMDLs.

Robert Ambrose - is retired from EPA ORD-NERL/ERD-Athens. Bob has over 35 years' experience in the
development and application of WASP.

James Martin - Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Mississippi State University. James
has over 30 years' experience with WASP and has developed several of the kinetic modules.

How to Register

If you are interested in attending this workshop, please visit WASP Website click the Workshop
Information link and complete the registration form. There is no charge for the workshop; attendees are
responsible for their own travel and lodging.

Information for Atlanta WASP Course

EPA Region 4 is conveniently located along Atlanta's mass transit system (MARTA) which is accessible from
Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. A list of local hotels will be e-mailed to you once you register. The WASP Course
will be held in EPA's 3rd Floor Conference Center in the Atlanta/Augusta Room. Atlanta Federal Center
(EPA Region 4) is a secured building; please make sure that you have proper identification for entrance
into the building. If you are traveling from outside the United States, it is suggested you bring your
passport. For additional information on visiting EPA Region 4, surrounding hotels, restaurants, and other
information go to the following webpage:

http://www2.epa.aov/aboutepa/visitina-epas-reaion-4-office-atlanta

Lecture Topics

•	Introduction to Water Quality Modeling

•	Introduction to WASP

•	Transport

o Kinematic Wave 1-D Streams
o Hydrodynamic Linkage (DYNHYD, EFDC etc)


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Water Quality Analysis Simulation Program (WASP 8.2)
Water Quality Modeling Workshop • June 11 -15, 2018

o Sediment Resuspension and Settling

•	Eutrophication

o Dissolved Oxygen
o Nutrient Cycling
o Algae Dynamics
o Periphyton Dynamics
o pH/Alkalinity

•	Toxicants

o Sorption
o Volatilization
o Hydrolysis/lonization
o Biodegradation

•	Linkages with Other Programs

o BASINS

o Watershed Models
¦ LSPC

•	Calibration Process


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