Drainage and flooding in karst terranes |
| |
| Authors: | Wanfang Zhou |
| |
| Institution: | (1) P.E. LaMoreaux & Associates, Inc., 106 Administration Road, Ste.4, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, USA |
| |
| Abstract: | Flooding in karst terranes is a commonly occurring geo-hazard. It causes damage to property, businesses, and roadways. It
can lead to the formation of cover-collapse sinkholes and groundwater contamination. Generally, three types of flooding or
their combinations are related to karst: recharge-related sinkhole flooding, flow-related flooding, and discharge-related
flooding. Understanding of the type of flooding is essential for solving the flooding problem. Areas prone to karst flooding
should be recognized, and restrictions and laws on land use should be implemented. Runoff and erosion control plans should
address the unique characteristics of karst features. Digging out clogged sinkholes, creating retention basins, or installing
Class V Injection Wells are possible solutions to improve drainage of storm water. Solutions to flooding problems in karst
areas should also be coordinated with the water quality control to prevent groundwater contamination. |
| |
| Keywords: | Flooding Sinkhole Karst Recharge Discharge Groundwater flow |
| 本文献已被 SpringerLink 等数据库收录！ |
|
