Use of MRS for hydrogeological system parameterization and modeling

M.W. Lubczynski; J. Roy

doi:10.21701/bolgeomin.118.3.006

Authors

M.W. Lubczynski Department of Water Resources, ITC
J. Roy IGP, formerly ITC

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21701/bolgeomin.118.3.006

Keywords:

groundwater, hydrogeological parameterization, MRS, saturated zone, unsaturated zone

Abstract

In this paper, first, a revision of those hydrogeological parameters that can be derived with MRS is presented followed by explanation on how those parameters can be derived from the MRS data and what are the limitations. In this manner, the aquifer storage and flow parameters are presented with emphasis on practicality of MRS use in aquifer system parameterization and on limitations of the conversion of MRS output into hydrogeological data. Next, the integrated use of storage and flow parameters is discussed in subsurface hydrostratigraphy applications. This is followed by discussion on the potential of MRS for vadose zone investigation with emphasis on suitability for depth-wise evaluation of unsaturated zone moisture. Finally, the MRS-specific ability of large volume data integration is discussed in the context of hydrogeological data integration and as input data provider for distributed groundwater models.

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