Multi-dimensional characterization of groundwater distribution in sub-Himalayan region of Pakistan

Khan, Ali Yousaf; Niaz, Abrar; Nisar, Umair Bin

doi:10.1007/s12665-023-11368-2

Environ Earth Sci

2024

DOI: 10.1007/s12665-023-11368-2

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Multi-dimensional characterization of groundwater distribution in sub-Himalayan region of Pakistan

Ali Yousaf Khan,

Abrar Niaz,

Umair Bin Nisar

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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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Multi-dimensional characterization of groundwater distribution in sub-Himalayan region of Pakistan

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Failure mechanism of a massive fault–controlled rainfall–triggered landslide in northern Pakistan

Failure mechanism of a massive fault–controlled rainfall–triggered landslide in northern Pakistan

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

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