Assessment of the using potential of water bodies clearance product – bottom sediments

Abstract

Assessment of the using potential of water bodies clearance product – bottom sediments was carried out. Bottom sediments from Peschanyj, Dudak, Dudachenok shallow channels located at Volga-Akhtuba floodplain were used for studies. Bottom sediment samples were dried to an air-dry state at room temperature for further studies. The area of bottom sediments application was selected based on the physicochemical properties and the degree of it contamination by heavy metals and pesticides. Bottom sediments from Peschanyj and Dudachenok shallow channels have fertilizing value and correspond to calcareous sapropel of 1 and 2 suitability classes, respectively. Such bottom sediments can be used for agricultural aims.