Applied Hydrogeology

by C.W. Fetter

This best selling book, Applied Hydrogeology gives readers a balanced examination of all facets of hydrogeology. It text stresses the application of mathematics to problem solving rather than derivation of theory. It provides a balance between physical and chemical hydrogeology. Numerous case studies cultivate reader understanding of the occurrence and movement of ground water in a variety of geologic settings. This valuable reference includes five new case histories: The Dakota Aquifer, Fractures Sedimentary Rocks—Newark basin, Faults as Aquifer Boundaries, Desert Hydrology—Azraq basin, Jordan. Uses the Internet to obtain hydrogeologic data and information. Includes well-developed case studies in most of the chapters. Contains tables covering various functions, unit conversions, and additional data for solving well hydraulics, water chemistry, and contaminant transport problems. For readers interested in advanced hydrology, groundwater hydrology, hydrogeology, and civil engineering.

Genres: Textbooks, Geology, Nonfiction

598 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1980

Reviews

[Stephanie]

This is the classic text on hydrology. Really. Everyone uses it. And the cover is awesome.

[Els]

Fascinating subject, but my brain is very ready for a break from it.

[Neh]

One of the better textbooks you run into. Probably best in this field

[Raul]

We used this my undergraduate-graduate class of groundwater hydrology. This book got me interested in groundwater hydraulics and even in water infrastructure. Given that it is applied approach it is plentiful with case studies and workable problems with solutions to understand the concepts discussed about aquifers, drawdown, water quality, regional geology of aquifers, methods etc. I would be ready to have a basic algebra preparation before trying the problems, as suggested by the book itself.

[Rubi]

Great intro, although I wish it talked more about dams.

[Omid]

very good

[A.v.n]

Just get started because I wanna read now.

[Janlyn Eikenberg]

This was overall a very good textbook for my graduate class.

[Wahyu Eko]

good

[Willy Akhdes]

Basic knowledge for hydrogeological studies and it's still applicable in working environment.