H44: Advances in the Quantitative Characterization of Karstic and Fractured Aquifers

Description: In karstic and fractured aquifers, reducing uncertainty concerning the location and characteristics of preferred flow paths requires a variety of complementary approaches, including high-frequency field measurements of flow and hydraulic heads, geologic mapping, tracer applications, and geophysical techniques. This session accepts presentations that highlight (1) quantitative metrics for understanding the relations between aquifer geometry and discharge, (2) advances in statistical and deterministic modeling that combine geologic and hydrologic data, and (3) geophysical techniques for detecting zones of enhanced permeability. Focus will be on relating the responses of the system to transient boundary conditions and how they yield insight into system geometry within the constraints of a geologic framework. 

For more information on the meeting or on submitting an abstract see:

http://www.agu.org/meetings/fm09/

Deadline for abstract submission is September 3, 2009.