Author(s)

M. Benedini, C. Masciopinto & E. Gagliardi

Abstract

A methodology for estimating the annual groundwater replenishment using hydrologic balance and mathematical models has been developed. The case study regards two porous aquifers situated respectively along the Adriatic and the Ionic coasts (South Italy). The superposition method has been applied to fit the water table rising as measured in significant observation wells. Sensitivity analysis has shown the influence of the aquifer storativity and hydraulic conductivity on the groundwater mound. These results show that the Hantush model gives an optimal opportunity to check the hydrological parameters of the aquifer and to evaluate the groundwater replenishment in the studied areas. 1 Introduction The coastal aquifers are made up of marine or continental sediments. The principal grain size varies from gravel to clay; sand

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