Practical and Applied Hydrogeology

Applications in Hydrogeology for Geoscientists presents the most recent scientific developments in the field that are accessible yet rigorous enough for industry professionals and academic researchers alike.

A multi-contributed reference that features the knowledge and experience of the field’s experts, the book’s chapters span the full scope of hydrogeology, introducing new approaches and progress in conceptualization, simulation of groundwater flow and transport, and progressive hydro-geophysical methods. Each chapter includes examples of recent developments in hydrogeology, groundwater, and hydrology that are underscored with perspectives regarding the challenges that are facing industry professionals, researchers, and academia.

Several sub-themes—including theoretical advances in conceptualization and modeling of hydro-geologic challenges—connect the chapters and weave the topics together holistically. Advances in research are aided by insights arising from observations from both field and laboratory work.

Introduces new approaches and progress in hydrogeology, including conceptualization, simulated groundwater flow and transport, and cutting edge hydro-geophysical methodsFeatures more than 100 figures, diagrams, and illustrations to highlight major themes and aid in the retention of key concepts Presents a holistic approach to advances in hydrogeology, from the most recent developments in reservoirs and hydraulics to analytic modeling of transient multi-layer flow and aquifer flow theoryIntegrates real life data, examples and processes, making the content practical and immediately implementable

Practical and Applied Hydrogeology, 1st Edition

1: General Information

Hydrology; Hydrogeology;

Hydraulics; Importance of Groundwater; Groundwater Reservoirs in Arid Regions;

Groundwater Use; Hydrocarbons and Groundwater Reservoir Comparison

2: Porous Medium

Geologic Considerations;

Reservoir Classifications;

Hydraulic Terminologies

Aquifer Types

3: Groundwater Hydraulics

Well Types and Yields; Field Measurements and Tests;

Well Hydraulics; Analysis of Flow Tests; Well Developmt.

4: Unconfined Aquifers

Groundwater Hydraulics

Groundwater Contamination

5: Groundwater Quality

Basic Terminology; Basic Parameters; Groundwater Classification; Numerical Evaluations; Groundwater Mixture

Salt Water Intrusion

Oil Spills

6: Groundwater Mgmt.

Basic Variables

Groundwater Monitoring

Strategic Management; Basic Management Models; Regional Modeling