Geoelectrical investigation of groundwater potentials of northern Paiko, Niger State, North Central Nigeria

Alhassan, Usman D.; Obiora, Daniel N.; Okeke, F. N.

doi:10.1007/s12583-017-0748-2

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“…From the established 56 stations, the ABEM SAS 1000 resistivity meter using the Schlumberger configuration as described by [48] was deployed to inject electrical current into the ground through two current electrodes (AB) and the difference in potential measured by two other potential electrodes (MN) (Figure 3). The desired depth of investigation largely depends on the distance between the current electrodes separation [49,50]. As such, a maximum current electrode separation (AB) of 200 m was adopted, whereas potential electrodes separation (MN) varied intermittently between 0.5–10 m to enable a suitable depth penetration that invariably ensured appropriate delineation of the subsurface formation.…”

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Aquifer Potential Assessment in Termites Manifested Locales Using Geo-Electrical and Surface Hydraulic Measurement Parameters

Ahmed

Pradhan

Mansor

et al. 2019

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In some parts of tropical Africa, termite mound locations are traditionally used to site groundwater structures mainly in the form of hand-dug wells with high success rates. However, the scientific rationale behind the use of mounds as prospective sites for locating groundwater structures has not been thoroughly investigated. In this paper, locations and structural features of termite mounds were mapped with the aim of determining the aquifer potential beneath termite mounds and comparing the same with adjacent areas, 10 m away. Soil and species sampling, field surveys and laboratory analyses to obtain data on physical, hydraulic and geo-electrical parameters from termite mounds and adjacent control areas followed. The physical and hydraulic measurements demonstrated relatively higher infiltration rates and lower soil water content on mound soils compared with the surrounding areas. To assess the aquifer potential, vertical electrical soundings were conducted on 28 termite mounds sites and adjacent control areas. Three (3) important parameters were assessed to compute potential weights for each Vertical Electrical Sounding (VES) point: Depth to bedrock, aquifer layer resistivity and fresh/fractured bedrock resistivity. These weights were then compared between those of termite mound sites and those from control areas. The result revealed that about 43% of mound sites have greater aquifer potential compared to the surrounding areas, whereas 28.5% of mounds have equal and lower potentials compared with the surrounding areas. The study concludes that termite mounds locations are suitable spots for groundwater prospecting owing to the deeper regolith layer beneath them which suggests that termites either have the ability to locate places with a deeper weathering horizon or are themselves agents of biological weathering. Further studies to check how representative our study area is of other areas with similar termite activities are recommended.

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Aquifer Potential Assessment in Termites Manifested Locales Using Geo-Electrical and Surface Hydraulic Measurement Parameters

Ahmed

Pradhan

Mansor

et al. 2019

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Integrated geophysical investigations of groundwater for sustainable management in Faisalabad region of Pakistan

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McMaine,

Arshad

et al. 2024

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As global and local populations surge and climate change continue to disrupt surface and groundwater reservoirs, the urgent need arises to explore additional groundwater sources. Ensuring sustainable management necessitates the efficient identification of high-potential zones to meet escalating water demands. This study aims to delineate groundwater potential zones in Faisalabad District, Pakistan, utilizing a cost-effective geoelectrical resistivity survey method. Apparent resistivity data was collected using the Schlumberger electrode configuration and analyzed with the Interpex “IX1D v2 model” to determine true soil layer resistivities and thicknesses with average root mean square error of 5.12%. The results have revealed that the Aquifer thickness ranged from 13.35 to 165.59 m, and resistivity from 23.96 to 1125.0 Ωm. Hydraulic conductivity, transmissivity, and porosity of aquifers varied from 0.49 to 24.11 m/day (average 8.214 m/day), 35.67 to 1593.98 m2/day (average 567.771 m2/day), and 22.29 to 39.82% (average 37.465%), respectively. Integration of resistivity and geo-hydraulic properties data identified vertical electrical sounding (VES) points 1, 3, 4, and 6 as highly suitable for large-scale freshwater extraction due to having high groundwater potential repositories (coarse sand and gravel formations). Other points had varying suitability: VES points 7 and 8 for shallow wells only, VES points 5, 9, and 10 not recommended due to hard formations, and VES point 2 due to poor groundwater quality. This integrated approach has proven effective in assessing groundwater strata to support Sustainable Development Goal (SDG-3), making it applicable to other geographic locations and informing policy decisions for effective groundwater management.

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Geoelectrical investigation of groundwater potential, at Nigerian Union of Teachers Housing estate, Paggo, Minna, Nigeria

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Vertical electrical sounding (VES) was carried out to evaluate the groundwater potentials of Nigerian Union of Teachers Housing estate, Paggo, Minna. The ABEM Terrameter model SAS 4000 was used to collect the subsurface data for the evaluation of groundwater potentials. Six profiles with ten VES stations on each profile were sounded with intervals of 100 m apart. It has a maximum current electrode separation (AB/2) of 100 m. Three and four geoelectric layers were obtained which include: topsoil, weathered layer, fractured layer and fresh basement layer. The stratigraphy of the subsurface shows: topsoil (67.5-835.1 Ωm), weathered layer (108.0-939.7 Ωm), fractured layer (118.9-242.0 Ωm) and the fresh basement layer (1041.0-9704.0 Ωm). Sixteen VES points were recommended as groundwater potentials of the area having weathered/ fractured layer resistivity varying between 65.84 and 454 Ωm, depths range from 10.61 to 26.37 m, and thickness varies between 9.255 and 24.69 m. The observed frequencies in curve types include 58.33% of H, 26.67% of A, 10% of HA and 5% of AA. A correlation of the borehole log data with the VES was made and is in agreement. Viable boreholes for good portable water should be sited at VES stations A 10 and D 9 with a reasonable thickness of 21.2 and 10.68 m, respectively.

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Geoelectrical investigation of groundwater potentials of northern Paiko, Niger State, North Central Nigeria

Cited by 3 publications

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Aquifer Potential Assessment in Termites Manifested Locales Using Geo-Electrical and Surface Hydraulic Measurement Parameters

Aquifer Potential Assessment in Termites Manifested Locales Using Geo-Electrical and Surface Hydraulic Measurement Parameters

Integrated geophysical investigations of groundwater for sustainable management in Faisalabad region of Pakistan

Geoelectrical investigation of groundwater potential, at Nigerian Union of Teachers Housing estate, Paggo, Minna, Nigeria

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