Water in Karst : Management, Vulnerability, and Restoration

A complete guide to the management and restoration of water in karst environments

Written by the co-chair of the Karst Commission of the International Association of Hydrogeologists, this book addresses the unique challenges related to the characterization, management, and protection of karst aquifers, which are present on all continents and numerous oceanic islands. Water in Karst describes karst hydrogeology and hydrology, surface water–groundwater interactions, site investigation, data collection, delineation of drainage areas, groundwater extraction, regulatory issues, and water vulnerability and restoration. Predictive modeling methods and solutions to resource contamination and overexploitation are included. Photos, diagrams, and an eight-page color insert illustrate the concepts presented in this practical, comprehensive reference.

Introduction

Part I : Karst Hydrogeology and Hydrology
Chapter 1 : Karst Aquifers
Chapter 2 : Flow Measurements and Analysis
Chapter 3 : Drainage Areas in Karst

Part II : Management of Water in Karst
Chapter 4 : General Principles
Chapter 5 : Regulations and Education
Chapter 6 : Predictive Models
Chapter 7 : Floods, Droughts, and Climate Change
Chapter 8 : Groundwater Extraction
Chapter 9 : Engineering Regulation of Karst Aquifers and Springs

Part III : Vulnerability and Restoration of Water in Karst
Chapter 10 : Vulnerability of Water in Karst
Chapter 11 : Restoration of Water in Karst

Index