Developing a Data Base for Use in Groundwater Management
Publication: Journal of Water Resources Planning and Management
Volume 115, Issue 1
Abstract
Nassau County, New York, has developed a computerized data‐handling system to support a ground water management program. This case history describes the design process used for the data system, as well as the place and function of computerized data‐handling systems in an overall resource management program. It includes a general overview of the finished system. Our experience indicates that it is difficult to design a data system for groundwater management in the absence of an explicit management program. The system has been implemented using only personal computers. The natural, hydrologic cycle provided the framework for developing the data base structure. The entire system includes data storage and retrieval, statistical analysis and graphical output capabilities, groundwater flow modeling, computer aided drafting, and word processing.
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Journal of Water Resources Planning and Management
Volume 115 • Issue 1 • January 1989
Pages: 75 - 93
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Copyright © 1989 ASCE.
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Published online: Jan 1, 1989
Published in print: Jan 1989
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