Because LRE is strong in both surface water and ground water supply planning,we have many clients who use both services. We help numerous municipalities, special districts, and industrial companies optimize their existing resources and plan for the future. We routinely evaluate how to use ground water for base demand, use ground water to supplement surface water during peak demands or during a drought, or use artificial recharge as a tool to optimize conjunctive use.

We realize that the challenge of locating and developing a new water supply is daunting. Using our experience and hydrogeologic knowledge, LRE can evaluate alternative ground water supplies and advise you about the likely yield and long-term reliability of a well or wellfield, the probable cost, the anticipated water quality, and the magnitude of permitting issues and operational constraints.

The evaluation begins using publically available data including publications, reports, geologic and geophysical logs, and aerial photographs. We use advanced GIS tools to interpret the data and create maps of an aquifer’s subsurface extent, depth, thickness, and location of existing wells with reported pumping rates. When additional data are necessary to reduce uncertainty, we can design and implement data acquisition plans that include test drilling, water quality sampling, aquifer tests, and various types of geophysical surveys.