The effects of large-scale pumping and diversion on the water resources of Dane County, Wisconsin
Fact Sheet
127-01
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Abstract
Throughout many parts of the U.S., there is growing concern over the effects of rapid urban growth and development on water resources. Ground- water and surface-water systems (which comprise the hydrologic system) are linked in much of Wisconsin, and ground water can be utilized both for drinking water and as a source of water for sustaining lakes, streams, springs, and wetlands. Ground water is important for surface-water systems because it commonly has greater dissolved solids and more acid-neutraliz- ing capacity than surface water or precipitation. The supplies of ground water are finite, however, and, in many cases ground water used for one purpose cannot be used for another. Moreover, ground-water use and withdrawal patterns may not be easy to alter once established. Thus, urban and rural planners are faced with decisions that balance the need for ground- water withdrawals while maintaining the quantity and quality of ground water for sustaining surface-water resources. Science-based information on the ground-water system and the connections to surface-water systems provides valuable insight for such decisions.
Suggested Citation
Hunt, R.J., Bradbury, K.R., Krohelski, J.T., 2001, The effects of large-scale pumping and diversion on the water resources of Dane County, Wisconsin: U.S. Geological Survey Fact Sheet 127-01, 4 p. , https://doi.org/10.3133/fs12701.
ISSN: 2327-6932 (online)
ISSN: 2327-6916 (print)
Study Area
| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Title | The effects of large-scale pumping and diversion on the water resources of Dane County, Wisconsin |
| Series title | Fact Sheet |
| Series number | 127-01 |
| DOI | 10.3133/fs12701 |
| Year Published | 2001 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | U.S. Geological Survey |
| Contributing office(s) | Wisconsin Water Science Center |
| Description | 4 p. |
| Country | United States |
| State | Wisconsin |
| County | Dane County |
| Other Geospatial | Crystal Lake, Fish Lake, Madison, Pheasant Branch Springs, Yahara Lakes |
| Online Only (Y/N) | N |
| Additional Online Files (Y/N) | N |