Groundwater and Springs
Groundwater and Springs
Hydrogeology
Our hydrogeologic studies focus on groundwater assessments, aquifer delineation, and inter-agency science support
Our hydrogeologic studies focus on groundwater assessments, aquifer delineation, and inter-agency science support
Subsidence
We collect groundwater and aquifer compaction data to understand groundwater withdrawal effects on subsidence
We collect groundwater and aquifer compaction data to understand groundwater withdrawal effects on subsidence
Surface-Water and Groundwater Interaction
We use geophysics and other techniques to study surface-water/groundwater interaction across Oklahoma and Texas
We use geophysics and other techniques to study surface-water/groundwater interaction across Oklahoma and Texas
As the Texas and Oklahoma populations grow, demands on groundwater resources for drinking water, agriculture, and energy development are increasing.
The Oklahoma-Texas Water Science Center collects and analyzes a wide range of groundwater data. This research provides water managers with scientific information they need to effectively manage groundwater resources.
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Hydrogeology Science in Oklahoma and Texas - Overview
Hydrogeology is the study of how groundwater moves and is distributed. At the USGS Oklahoma-Texas Water Science Center (OTWSC), hydrogeologic studies focus on regional groundwater assessments, focused investigations, aquifer delineation, and inter-agency science support.
Edwards Aquifer Studies in Texas
The Edwards aquifer in south-central Texas is one of the most productive aquifers in the Nation and is the primary source of water for the rapidly growing San Antonio area. Springs issuing from the Edwards aquifer provide habitat for several threatened and endangered species, serve as locations for recreational activities, and supply downstream users. The USGS Oklahoma-Texas Water Science Center...
Groundwater Modeling at the Oklahoma-Texas Water Science Center
The Oklahoma-Texas Water Science Center performs computer simulations using MODFLOW to simulate groundwater/surface-water interaction, quantify groundwater resources, and evaluate the effects of withdrawals on future groundwater supplies for aquifers in Oklahoma and Texas.