An integral part of many environmental projects, hydrogeologic investigations commonly entail determining the lateral and vertical extent of contaminants in soil and ground water beneath a site, and evaluating physical and chemical properties of the aquifer system. Accurate hydrogeologic assessments can yield critical data demonstrating that aquifer restoration is unnecessary; conversely, well executed assessments provide necessary design data to develop successful remediation systems.
D-E ‘s staff of geologists and hydrogeologists has gained considerable expertise performing hydrogeologic investigations, and have demonstrated an ability to formulate and implement technically sound, cost-effective hydrogeologic assessments that satisfy regulatory requirements and get results.
Our comprehensive understanding of ground water dynamics includes expertise in:
- Ground water flow in the saturated and unsaturated zones
- Evaluation of flow-system boundary conditions
- Contaminant transport and Computer modeling
- Estimate aquifer coefficients
- Characterize hydraulic connection between aquifer systems
- Identify capture zones
- Conduct contaminant transport analyses
- Optimize capture zones to control contaminant plumes while minimizing pumping and treatment costs.
Our personnel have made innovative strides in applying hydrogeologic and
engineering strategies for recovery, treatment, and restoration of ground water resources. At D-E, we approach hydrogeologic assessments with these clear goals in mind:
- To produce an accurate, complete understanding of the ground water system efficiently and at a reasonable cost;
- To derive the data required to support “no further action” decisions, where appropriate; or
- To design and implement optimal aquifer restoration or resource development systems.
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