Methodology for rapid assessment of aquifer recharge areas

Authors

  • Vitor Vieira Vasconcelos Assembleia Legislativa de Minas Gerais
  • Paulo Pereira Martins Junior Fundação Centro Tecnológico de Minas Gerais; Diretoria de Desenvolvimento Tecnológico; Setor de Técnicas de Análise Ambiental
  • Renato Moreira Hadad Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais; Instituto de Ciências Humanas; Departamento de Geografia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5327/Z1519-874X2013000200005

Keywords:

Hydrogeology, Rapid assessment, Aquifers, Environment, Recharge

Abstract

The environmental tools of local appliance, such as surveillance and permits of deforestations and water use, environmental impact assessments of local scale, and delimitation of preservation areas, demand customized methodologies to deal with hydrogeological issues. In this study, a structured one for rapid environmental assessment aiming at recharge of aquifers safety was presented. This comprises qualitative and quantitative evaluations by means of textual and cartographical descriptions, complemented by weighted spreadsheets for rapid assessment. Applications in case studies took place in sites selected in the Paracatu River Basin. The results showed a positive potential for knowledge and protection of aquifers in micro-watersheds.

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Published

2013-06-01

Issue

Vol. 13 No. 2 (2013)

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How to Cite

Vasconcelos, V. V., Martins Junior, P. P., & Hadad, R. M. (2013). Methodology for rapid assessment of aquifer recharge areas . Geologia USP. Série Científica, 13(2), 69-96. https://doi.org/10.5327/Z1519-874X2013000200005