Problems and promise of managed recharge in karstified aquifers

the example of Lebanon

Journal article (2019)

Authors

W.M. Khadra Geo-engineering - CEG , American University of Beirut
Pieter Jan Stuyfzand KWR Water Research Institute, Geo-engineering - CEG
Research Group
Geo-engineering (CEG) (TU Delft)
Copyright: © 2019 W.M. Khadra, Pieter Jan Stuyfzand
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/02508060.2019.1682910
River bank filtration Managed aquifer recharge Lebanon Karst Urban stormwater
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Published Date

2019

Language

English

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Faculty

Civil Engineering & Geosciences

Department

Geoscience and Engineering

Research Group

Geo-engineering

Abstract

Managed aquifer recharge can store surface water as safe and reliable groundwater for later recovery. However, most options are problematic in karstic aquifers due to complex hydrodynamics reducing their effectiveness and hence general applicability. River bank filtration and urban stormwater infiltration systems are among the main managed recharge approaches to cope with this complexity. Experiences in Lebanon demonstrate the viability of these and other options in karstic domains.