Hydrogeology and vulnerability map (Epik method) of the “Supramonte” karstic system, north-central Sardinia |
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| Authors: | Giovanni Barrocu Michele Muzzu Gabriele Uras |
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| Institution: | (1) Department of Land Engineering, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy |
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| Abstract: | The Supramonte limestone complex, of Jurassic–Cretaceous age, lies within the municipal borders of Urzulei, Oliena and Orgosolo
(north-central Sardinia). For the most part, the Supramonte groundwater drains towards the outcrops in the northernmost part
of the massif. A minor, almost negligible quantity of water drains towards a series of outcrops along the edge of the carbonate
structure, with numerous subaerial and submarine springs. The groundwater in the entire system represents one of the most
important water resources in Sardinia, especially for drinking purposes. Taking into consideration the development of karst
cavities, permanent groundwater reserves were cautiously estimated to be at least 144 Mm3. Intrinsic vulnerability to pollution has been assessed by means of the EPIK method. |
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| Keywords: | Karst aquifer Groundwater Vulnerability GIS Sardinia |
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