Ground water serves as the main source of drinking water for 50% of the United States as a whole--and for 97% of rural populations, in particular.
Drawing on international case studies, this book offers the first detailed guidance for conducting ground-water quality investigations in a regional context. This exceptional volume combines hydrogeological and geochemical principles and statistical principles within a unique conceptual framework that helps professionals and students alike understand how to produce efficient, meaningful, successful ground-water assessments.