Evaluation of Groundwater and Surface Water Interaction
On behalf of the Metropolitan Council, Barr Engineering Company developed maps and supporting information to characterize the relationship between surface waters and groundwater, identifying surface waters most likely to be impacted by groundwater withdrawals in the region. This project also provided guidance on effective resource monitoring strategies and costs for each type of surface water feature.
$400,000 the first year is for implementation of the master water supply plan developed under Minnesota Statutes, section 473.1565.
This project proposes to benefit communities planning for future water supplies and regulatory agencies evaluating potential impacts of new or increased water appropriations. Communities anticipating increased groundwater withdrawals in areas with sensitive surface water features will be able to more effectively plan for the costs for the assessment, monitoring and management needed to evaluate and mitigate the potential effects of the withdrawals.
Outcomes will be reported at project completion.
$400,000 the first year is for implementation of the master water supply plan developed under Minnesota Statutes, section 473.1565.
See 2010 Fiscal Year Proposed Measurable Outcomes.
This project benefits communities planning for future water supplies and regulatory agencies evaluating potential impacts of new or increased water appropriations. Communities anticipating increased groundwater withdrawals in areas with sensitive surface water features will be able to more effectively plan for the costs for the assessment, monitoring and management needed to evaluate and mitigate the potential effects of the withdrawals.