Water Quality Assessment of Aminu Kano Hostel

Abstract

Water quality assessment is the overall process of evaluation of the physical, chemical, and biological nature of the water. Aminu Kano Hostel (Hall 3) is a student hostel in Ugbowo Campus, University of Benin, which suffers from water quality and water utility problems. This study will expose the problems facing the water supply of the hostel, thus serving as justification for maintenance and repairs in the hostel. The water distribution network of the hostel was drawn with AutoCAD. The coordinates of the nodes were determined using Google Maps. The length of the links was measured with a measuring tape where possible or estimated with Google Maps in other places. From this data and visual inspection, the water supply appurtenances were graded. Water samples were gotten from the source of water distribution and the blocks in the hostel. Laboratory tests for some important water quality parameters were carried out and the Canadian water quality index was calculated from the results. The average grading of the nodes and link was Fair. The average water quality index was 69.6426. Thus the water supply utility of the hostel is fairly sustainable and the water quality is fair. It is recommended that the water utility in the hostel be adequately maintained to have an adequate water quality and water utility in the hostel.