Document Type
Newsletter
Journal/Book Title/Conference
USCID Newsletter
Publisher
United States Committee on Irrigation and Drainage
Publication Date
1992
First Page
5
Last Page
9
Abstract
Simulation/optimization (S/0) models can be used to speed the process of computing long term groundwater pumping strategies. These combined models can also greatly ease the planning tasks of water management agencies. They make the process of computing optimal perennial yield groundwater management strategies fairly straightforward. S/0 models dramatically improve conjunctive water management and can help minimize the cost of groundwater contaminant clean-up. The differences between S/0 models and the simulation (S) models currently used by over 98 % of practitioners are illustrated with recent applications of S/0 models in regional planning.
Recommended Citation
Peralta, R.C. and L.S. Willardson. 1992. Optimizing ground water planning and management. USCID Newsletter, Apr/Jul 92, pp. 5-9.