Evaluation of the Water Resources Potential of the Lower Missouri River Valley Alluvium

摘要

Research was conducted: to estimate the water resources potential of the lower Missouri River Valley alluvial aquifer (AA) from Rulo, Nebraska to St. Charles, Missouri; to provide mechanisms for improving hydraulic property estimates of the AA; and to ascertain the problem or future problem potential regarding the AA and associated surface waters. Drill hole and pump test data for the AA were re-evaluated. Flow rates of the Missouri River and its major tributaries in the study area where tabulated. A flow-storage-recharge-pumping model was developed for conjunctive use of the stream/aquifer system. Qualitative assessment was made of instream flow problems of the lower Missouri River system.