Hydrogeologic framework and geologic structure of the Floridan aquifer system and intermediate confining unit in the Lake Okeechobee area, Florida
Scientific Investigations Map
3288
Prepared in cooperation with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
By: Ronald S. Reese
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Abstract
The successful implementation of aquifer storage and recovery (ASR) as a water-management tool requires detailed information on the hydrologic and hydraulic properties of the potential water storage zones. This report presents stratigraphic and hydrogeologic sections of the upper part of the Floridan aquifer system and the overlying confining unit or aquifer system in the Lake Okeechobee area, and contour maps of the upper contacts of the Ocala Limestone and the Arcadia Formation, which are represented in the sections. The sections and maps illustrate hydrogeologic factors such as confinement of potential storage zones, the distribution of permeability within the zones, and geologic features that may control the efficiency of injection, storage, and recovery of water, and thus may influence decisions on ASR activities in areas of interest to the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan.
Suggested Citation
Reese, R.S., 2014, Hydrogeologic framework and geologic structure of the Floridan aquifer system and intermediate confining unit in the Lake Okeechobee area, Florida: U.S. Geological Survey Scientific Investigations Map 3288, Report: iv, 12 p.; 8 Map Sheets; 2 Appendices, https://doi.org/10.3133/sim3288.
ISSN: 2329-132X (online)
Study Area
| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Title | Hydrogeologic framework and geologic structure of the Floridan aquifer system and intermediate confining unit in the Lake Okeechobee area, Florida |
| Series title | Scientific Investigations Map |
| Series number | 3288 |
| DOI | 10.3133/sim3288 |
| Year Published | 2014 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | U.S. Geological Survey |
| Publisher location | Reston, VA |
| Contributing office(s) | Florida Water Science Center |
| Description | Report: iv, 12 p.; 8 Map Sheets; 2 Appendices |
| Country | United States |
| State | Florida |
| Other Geospatial | Lake Okeechobee |
| Online Only (Y/N) | Y |