Estimated use of water in Alabama in 2005

Geologic Framework of Karst Aquifer Systems in Alabama

“…About 40% of public water supply by volume is derived from groundwater sources, and 70% of the geographic area of Alabama is supplied by groundwater sources. Karst springs are numerous in the state, several being used as public or domestic water supply (Hutson et al, 2009). On Figure 1 are shown 109 springs, which are measured (discharge) and sampled periodically.…”