Does groundwater abstraction cause degradation of rivers and wetlands?

Acreman, M.C.; Adams, B.; Birchall, P.; Connorton, B.. 2000 Does groundwater abstraction cause degradation of rivers and wetlands? Water and Environment Journal, 14 (3). 200-206. 10.1111/j.1747-6593.2000.tb00250.x

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Abstract/Summary

There is a widely held belief that, over the last few decades, many rivers and wetlands have been significantly degraded. Clearly, groundwater abstraction has had a detrimental effect. However, other pressures such as channelisation, sedimentation, reduced rainfall, poor site management or land-use change can be contributing factors. Various policy responses are reviewed and some examples are given. It is concluded that, whilst groundwater abstraction does cause river and wetland degradation, the degree of degradation often depends upon the individual perspective; therefore a rigorous approach is required in quantifying such degradation and its actual causes, beginning with the establishment of clear objectives and the collection of appropriate data.

Item Type:	Article
Identification Number/DOI:	10.1111/j.1747-6593.2000.tb00250.x
Programmes:	BGS Programmes > Groundwater Management CEH Topics & Objectives 2009 onwards > Water
CEH Sections:	Acreman
ISSN:	1747-6585
Additional Keywords:	GroundwaterBGS, Groundwater, Surface water interaction
Related URLs:	http://www.bgs.ac.uk/research/groundwate...
Date made live:	26 Nov 2010 16:37
URI:	http://nora.nerc.ac.uk/id/eprint/12345

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