Water Resources Management and Sustainability

The first section deals with hydrological topics, problems, and principles. In this chapter, detailed studies related to hydrological monitoring are carried out. Overland flow velocity estimation, wireless sensor networks, and application of deep learning techniques are discussed. These topics are helpful to estimate overland flow velocities using tracer techniques based on the infrared thermography and fluorescent properties of quinine which can help in the visualization of shallow flows, evaluation of high-resolution rainfall measurement, and extracting water bodies from high-resolution drones and satellite imagery using an integrated deep learning method. The chapter critically discusses the advantage of thermal tracers, utilizing the wireless sensor networks for the accurate capture of spatially varied precipitation patterns, and evaluation and quality assessment of water extraction using deep learning techniques. It highlights recommendations and limitations that should be taken into account for hydrological monitoring. Moreover, this section discusses rainfall and floods and their related attributes in arid regions, including flood mitigation and risk assessment. Flood mapping and assessment, recent trends of floods and their impacts are comprehensively discussed. The outcomes are for useful hydrologic infrastructure design under changing climate. This part also highlights the importance of applying new methodologies, considering the statements and questions asked by scientists and researchers.

The second section addresses droughts and their analysis and assessment. Drought events are great challenges faced by nature in the wake of climate change. This part will help stakeholders gather useful information and develop a deep understanding of these salient features of climate change's impacts. It deals with the various studies conducted in the field of drought and flash drought. Flash drought is a composition of various factors leading to intense drought conditions. So, limitations and recommendations to mitigate drought events are discussed in detail.

The third section discusses groundwater as an important component in the water budget in arid regions. Threats, recharges, quality, and management options of this resource are also discussed. Beginning with a perspective on the management of this resource, the papers go on to discuss rational decision making, challenges, use of information technology, integrated management, and modeling for groundwater resources management.

Section four deals with water quality. This part discusses modern techniques for water quality assessment and treatment procedures. The industrial and commercial area generates a large amount of waste which is indiscriminately disposed of. leading to several environmental issues. This section provides a detailed analysis on water quality, hydrogeochemistry, impact and benefits of treating municipal wastewater to tertiary quality, groundwater table and quality deterioration.  Recommendations for adequate planning, design, construction, and location of open dumpsites to ameliorate groundwater pollution, and the closing of trace metal boreholes to avoid possible health implications or outbreaks that are likely occurring or are expected to occur.

Section five discusses water resources management. This topic has been receiving a fair amount of attention in many arid countries of the world and more specifically in the Gulf region. This section addresses regulations for conservation, reuse, and security. The limited freshwater resources must be developed, managed, and used as efficiently as possible. Decision support systems for water resources planning, management, and water rights analyses and control have been discussed as well.

1. Analysis of Annual Maximum Discharge into Large Reservoir

   • P. V. Timbadiya

   Pages 3-13

2. Distributed Manning’s Roughness Approach in Calibration and Validation of 1-D Hydrodynamic Model of Lower Tapi River, India

   • Sandipkumar Rajput, Prem Lal Patel

   Pages 15-25

3. Flood Risk Management Evaluation and Climate Change Adaptation in Wadi Derna NE Libya

   • Nawal Alfarrah, Van de Moortel Ivo, Kristine Walraevens

   Pages 27-54

4. Optimization and Simulation Model of the Expert Control System for Navigation Operation of Gabčíkovo Water Structure

   • Ľudovít Možiešik, Peter Šulek, Martin Orfánus

   Pages 55-65

5. Water Resources, Geology and Urbanization Are in a Direct Discipline: The Case Study of Jordan

   • Taleb Odeh, Alsharifa Hind Mohammad, Faten Alslaty, Tino Rödiger

   Pages 67-84

6. Evapotranspiration Dynamics: A Comprehensive Review Amidst Water Challenges and Scope of Research in Egypt

   • Mohamed Elkollaly, Tamer A. Gado, Ahmed Sefelnasr, Faisal Baig, Abdel Azim Ebraheem, Mohsen Sherif

   Pages 85-110

7. Predictive Modeling of Water Levels Using Univariate and Multivariate Time Series Approaches

   • Rehmana Younis, Aqib Rehman Pir Zada, Malik Muhammad Saad Missen, Muhammad Naeem Iqbal, Nadeem Iqbal Kajla, Mohamed Elkollaly et al.

   Pages 111-129

8. Flood Risk Assessment in Fujairah Emirate Under Climate Change

   • Ahmed Sefelnasr, Mohamed Abdel-Fattah, Mohamed Elkollaly, Mohsen Sherif, Dalal Alshamsi, Fouad Lamghari Ridouane et al.

   Pages 131-146

9. Impacts of Drought in India and Preparedness for Drought Under Global Warming

   • Jeongwoo Han, Vijay P. Singh

   Pages 149-170

10. Advancing Hydrological Drought Prediction in the Topľa River, Slovakia: A Deep Learning Approach with SMOTE Enhancement

    • Wael Almikaeel, Lea Čubanová, Alexandra Vidová

    Pages 171-187

11. Assessing the Impact of Long-Term Drought on Water Resources in Arid Regions Under Climate Change Conditions

    • Hany F. Abd-Elhamid, Mohsen Sherif, Martina Zeleňáková, Ahmed Sefelnasr, Tatiana Sol’áková, Mohamed Mahdy

    Pages 189-200

12. Assessing the Suitability of SPI and SPEI in Steppe Hot and Arid Climatic Zones in India

    • Siddhant Panigrahi, Vikas Kumar Vidyarthi

    Pages 201-216

13. Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR) on Rye Island, Slovakia

    • Michaela Červeňanská, Jakub Mydla, Andrej Šoltész, Andrea Vranovská

    Pages 219-234

14. Garonne River Behavior Under Climate Change and the Potential Adaptation Strategies

    • Nazeer Asmael, Alain Dupuy, Sophie Leleu, Paul McLachlan, Francois Larroque, Michel Franceschi et al.

    Pages 235-262

15. Enhanced Understanding of Recharge Mechanisms in Brackish/Freshwater Sedimentary and Carbonate Aquifers

    • Amjad Aliewi, Muhammad Al-Rashed, Khalid Hadi, Ahmed Abdulhadi, Fawzia Al-Ruwaih

    Pages 263-284

16. An Applied Methodology for the Quantification of Socio-Economic Valuation of Groundwater Resources in Malta

    • Nicholas Ellul, Jonathan Spiteri, Daniel Gravino

    Pages 285-303

17. Delineation of Groundwater Recharge Potential Zones Using GIS: A Case Study for Yalamlam Watershed in Saudi Arabia

    • Ibrahim H. Elsebaie, Atef Q. Kawara, Ali O. Alnahit

    Pages 305-315

18. Risk Assessment Analysis Related to Managed Aquifer Recharge (Rye Island Pilot Area, Slovakia)

    • Andrej Šoltész, Michaela Červeňanská, Dana Baroková, Andrea Vranovská, Jakub Mydla

    Pages 317-329

19. Computation of Vertical Flows for Groundwater Modelling in Multi-aquifer Setup

    • Hema Vanar, Pradeep Kumar Majumdar, Niraj Shah

    Pages 331-347

20. Ceramic Membrane Filtration of Carwash Wastewater Sample from Al-Ain City, United Arab Emirates

    • Hakim Saibi, Nouf Alblooshi, Amira Alnaqbi, Shamma Alzaabi, Rauda Almazrouei, Fidha Ismail et al.

    Pages 351-360

21. Water Conservation in Jordan: Connecting the Dots for a Sustainable Future

    • Majd Aideh, Wael Sheta

    Pages 361-378

22. Irrigation with Brackish Water: Impacts on Tomato Photosynthesis, Mineral Nutrition, and Root Water Uptake

    • Hui Yang, Manoj K. Shukla

    Pages 379-393

23. Impact Projections of Aggregate Food Production System and Water Stress on Water Productivity in Gulf Cooperation Countries (GCCs): A Review-Based Analysis

    • Mohamed Farig, Mohamed Dawoud, Waleed Hassan Abou El Hassan

    Pages 397-412

24. Water Productivity and Water Balance Assessment in Furfuro Small-Scale Irrigation Scheme Using Agrohydrological Model

    • Kedrala Wabela, Ali Hammani, Sirak Tekleab, Abdelilah Taky

    Pages 413-430

25. Analysis of Future Demand and Resources in Abu Dhabi: A VAR Model Approach

    • Mahmoud E. Ahmed, Salem Issa, Mohamed A. Hamouda

    Pages 431-448

26. The Challenges of Water Management in the Canary Islands (Spain)

    • Juan C. Santamarta, Noelia Cruz-Pérez, Joselin S. Rodrígez-Alcántara, Jesica Rodríguez-Martín, Miguel Ángel Marazuela, Alejandro García-Gil

    Pages 449-458

27. The Effect of Orifice Size and Retention Time of Local Tanks on Water Distribution Network

    • Syed Rizvi, Rabee Rustum

    Pages 459-472

28. Environmental Valuation for Appraising the Economic Level of Leakage in Arid Environments: A Case of Qassim, Saudi Arabia

    • Husnain Haider

    Pages 473-493

29. How Can Water Resources Be Used Economically for Agro-irrigation in Water-Limited Regions? Example of Semi-arid Konya Ecology, Turkey

    • Bilal Acar, Yasemin Demir Yurteri, Nadia Riaz, Nurcan Yavuz, Duran Yavuz

    Pages 495-510

30. Reliable Short Term Water Demand Forecast Using Machine Learning—Part 1

    • Waleed Eldamaty, Mohammed Abdallah, Khalid Al Zaabi

    Pages 511-523

31. Artificial Groundwater Recharge in the Kingdom of Spain. Analysis of Suitability and Identification of Optimal Places to Propose Its Application in the Face of the Effect of Climate Change

    • José Manuel Murillo, Alberto Padilla

    Pages 525-536

32. Exploring the Evolution of Inland and Coastal Water Bodies in the UAE Through Remote Sensing and GIS Analysis

    • Mubbashra Sultan, Salem Issa, Nazmi Saleous

    Pages 537-554

33. Solar-Based Atmospheric Water Absorber: Design and Performance Analysis

    • Anwur Alenezi, Abouelyazed Kuliab, Yousef Alabaiadly

    Pages 555-563

34. Bridging the Waters of Time: Integrating Traditional Water Management in Semi-arid Regions—Case Study of Jaipur, India

    • Kanika Bimrah, Izuru Saizen