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url: https://www.eurocovers.eu/glossary/brine-pond
term: Brine pond
definition: An industrial pond holding concentrated saltwater, typically from desalination reject, lithium extraction, or industrial process water.
updated: 2026-05-25
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# Brine pond

An industrial pond holding concentrated saltwater, typically from desalination reject, lithium extraction, or industrial process water.

A **brine pond** holds concentrated saltwater from operations including desalination reject,
lithium evaporation extraction, salt production, and oilfield produced water management. For pure
evaporation extraction operations (lithium), covers are not appropriate — evaporation is the
process. For water management on adjacent ponds, covers reduce loss and contain spray drift.