T162 Hydrogeology in Support of Integrated Water Management

Tuesday, 24 September 2024
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
211A

COLLABORATIVE HYDROGEOLOGY: ENHANCING INTEGRATED WATER MANAGEMENT THROUGH PUBLIC AGENCY AND USGS PARTNERSHIPS

Paper number: T162-3
Program: Technical Sessions
Time: 8:30 AM – 8:45 AM

Authors

Abstract

In the realm of integrated water management, the collaborative efforts between public agency experts and USGS scientists stand as a cornerstone for making sound public investments. This presentation will delve into the synergistic relationship between these entities, highlighting how their combined expertise and focused efforts significantly bolster our understanding of natural systems. Such knowledge is crucial, as it underpins the complex, important, and expensive resource management decisions that local agencies face.

By integrating the scientific rigor of the USGS with the practical insights of local water managers, these collaborations not only enhance the body of knowledge but also bring legitimacy and transparency to decision-making processes. This legitimacy is vital for public trust and the successful implementation of resource management strategies.

outcomes of these partnerships, including improved data collection to published standards, advanced modeling of hydrogeological systems, and the development of more effective water-management policies. These outcomes underscore the value of investing in collaborative efforts, which ultimately pay much larger dividends compared to isolated initiatives.

Positive outcomes of partnering with the USGS include increased transparency in decision-making processes, access to unbiased scientific data and analyses, joint federal and local investment in expanding our understanding of natural systems, and a focused approach to comprehending these systems that later informs applied science for major public resource decisions.

Join us to discover how the union of scientific research and practical water management can lead to more informed, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions for integrated water management.

Geological Society of America Abstracts with Programs. Vol. 56, No. 5

doi: 10.1130/abs/2024AM-402117

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