RB 98/00007 South Australian experience in aquifer storage and recovery.
Published: 01 Jan 1998 Created: 07 Nov 2024 Revised: 07 Nov 2024

It is estimated that 390 000 ML of storm water/effluent is generated in South Australia annually. Most is discharged, with less than 5% being reused. In recent times attitudes have changed and the resource potential of this water is being...

It is estimated that 390 000 ML of storm water/effluent is generated in South Australia annually. Most is discharged, with less than 5% being reused. In recent times attitudes have changed and the resource potential of this water is being recognised, particularly in situations where a potable standard is not required. South Australia currently leads the nation in experimenting and implementing a policy of reuse, especially for irrigation. This involves aquifer storage and recovery, a management tool which enables conjunctive surface water and groundwater resource management as an alternative to the traditional methods such as licensing and quota restrictions. Research and development in South Australia indicates that aquifer storage and recovery is practical in different aquifer environments. This paper summarises selected technical information on aquifer storage and recovery activities in South Australia including well construction, clogging mechanisms, aquifer hydraulics and other related issues.

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Document Type Departmental Publication - Hydrogeological Publication
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Notes: Paper published in: Proceedings of the 3rd International Symposium on Artificial Recharge of Groundwater, Helsinki, Finland; June 3-5, 1996. p: 75-76.
Geographic Locality: South Australia;River Murray;Northern Adelaide Plains;Greenfields...

Notes: Paper published in: Proceedings of the 3rd International Symposium on Artificial Recharge of Groundwater, Helsinki, Finland; June 3-5, 1996. p: 75-76. Geographic Locality: South Australia;River Murray;Northern Adelaide Plains;Greenfields Wetland;The Paddocks Wetland;Angas - Bremer Irrigation Area;Clayton;Strathalbyn;Regent Gardens Doc No: RB 98/00007

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Persistent identifier https://pid.sarig.sa.gov.au/document/rb9800007
Citation Gerges, N.Z.;Howles, S.R.;Sibenaler, X.P. 1998. RB 98/00007 South Australian experience in aquifer storage and recovery. Departmental Publication - Hydrogeological Publication. Government of South Australia.
https://pid.sarig.sa.gov.au/document/rb9800007

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