Browsing Department of Earth Science by Subject "Hydrogeology"
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An approach to acquifer test pumping in fractured crystalline aquifers with a case study in Namaqualand
(University of the Western Cape, 2002)Water resources in South Africa are being stressed. Due to this concern more emphasis should be placed on determining where we can improve our existing methods for the calculation of sustainable yield. Current approaches ... -
Assessing hydrogeology of springs in Heuningnes Catchment in South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Springs have been a significant source of water for flora and fauna since the beginning of human history and, in some circumstances, the only source capable of supplying enough water to sustain domestic and agricultural ... -
The chemical groundwater characteristics of the Sutherland area, Northern Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 1998)The objectives of the project were to establish, identify, interpret and map the chemical groundwater composition of the area surrounding the town of sutherland' Processes that govern the groundwater chemistry of the area ... -
Groundwater Dependence of Aquatic Ecosystems associated with the Table Mountain Group Aquifer
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)Results from this study enables a better understanding of groundwater surface water interactions in the TMG, particularly regarding aquatic ecosystems. It has also highlighted the necessity to do proper impact assessments ... -
Groundwater resource evaluation and protection in the Cape Flats, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)The analysis of geologic, hydrologic and hydrogeologic data interpreted to give the characteristics of the Cape Flats aquifer showed the quality of groundwater from the aquifer is suitable for development as a water resource. ... -
NON-INVASIVE CHARACTERIZATION OF UNSATURATED ZONE TRANSPORT IN DRY COAL ASH DUMPS: A CASE STUDY OF TUTUKA, SOUTH AFRICA
(University of the Western Cape, 2013)The management of the large volumes of solid wastes produced as coal combustion residue is of particular concern due to the presence of leachable metals and salts which may constitute a long term environmental risk and ...