ISSN:
1573-1650
Keywords:
three seasonal climate
;
water policy
;
penalty
;
remote source
;
hydraulic head constraint
;
operation alternatives
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
,
Geography
Notes:
Abstract A water policy model is proposed as a solution to the problem of obtaining maximum net benefit from providing irrigation and urban water in regions where the major source of supply is groundwater. In essence, the model introduces an innovative scheme based on two types of penalties. These intervene when either watertable elevation falls below a critical value during the operation of a system of wells or a remote source is used to partially cover the needed amount of water expected from the basic groundwater source. Another specific idea of the model is the consideration, for southern regions, of a three-season division in the climatic character of a year. The algorithm is illustrated by a numerical example in which five possible alternatives are compared. The conclusion of the study (although a function of regional economics, natural conditions, as well as specific zonal water policy constraints) reveals a compromise between limiting the amount provided from remote sources and confining the aquifer operation to critical values of the water-table elevation.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00872402
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