Document Type
Conference Paper
Publisher
American Society of Civil Engineers
Publication Date
2004
Abstract
The Simulation/Optimization MOdeling System (SOMOS) has modules adapted for a range of international water resource management needs. The SOMOA module is best for field groundwater and conjunctive water management situations. It employs several analytical simulation models and several optimization methods to give appropriate optimal guidance for situations having sparse data. SOMOA requires understanding of the limitations of common analytical equations. It does not require experience in finite difference or element numerical modeling. SOMOS also has modules ideal for situations in which there is sufficient data for numerical modeling or aquifer and stream-aquifer systems. Emphasized here are SOMOA and its applications for common field-level water management problems. Sample situations include optimizing: minimizing required surface reservoir size for a period of low surface flows in a stream-aquifer system; conjunctive use for blending irrigation waters of different qualities; and artificial injection.
Recommended Citation
Peralta, R. C. and S. Wu. 2004. Software for Optimizing International Water Resources Management. In Proceedings of EWRI 2004 World Congress. Presented by Peralta, 30 Jun 2004. 10 p. Presented by Peralta.
