Hydrogeologic Framework of Southwestern Louisiana

Scientific Investigations Report 2023-5004
Prepared in cooperation with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, Public Works and Water Resources Division
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Abstract

A hydrogeologic framework was constructed for the Coastal Lowlands aquifer system in southwestern Louisiana. Data from previous hydrogeologic and geologic studies were synthesized and expanded using 2,242 geophysical logs to map 4 hydrogeologic units: the Chicot aquifer system, Evangeline aquifer, Jasper aquifer system, and Catahoula aquifer. Raster surfaces were created for the base and thickness of each unit to provide a generalized framework that can be used for regional groundwater studies and as a foundation for additional or local refinement.

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Lindaman, M.A., 2023, Hydrogeologic framework of southwestern Louisiana: U.S. Geological Survey Scientific Investigations Report 2023–5004, 31 p., https://doi.org/10.3133/sir20235004.

ISSN: 2328-0328 (online)

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Table of Contents

  • Acknowledgments
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • Methodology
  • Characteristics of Hydrogeologic Units
  • Summary
  • References Cited
Publication type Report
Publication Subtype USGS Numbered Series
Title Hydrogeologic framework of southwestern Louisiana
Series title Scientific Investigations Report
Series number 2023-5004
DOI 10.3133/sir20235004
Year Published 2023
Language English
Publisher U.S. Geological Survey
Publisher location Reston, VA
Contributing office(s) Lower Mississippi-Gulf Water Science Center
Description Report: viii, 31 p.; Data Release
Country United States
State Louisiana
Online Only (Y/N) Y
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