The theme of the 2013 Solinst Symposium was “High Resolution, Depth-Discrete Groundwater Monitoring – Benefits and Importance”. A common topic of discussion was the need for high resolution, depth-discrete data sets in order to better characterize and develop conceptual models for contaminated sites. Continue Reading »
Kent’s presentation focused on a small scale (~10 m x 10 m plot) study in which he developed three distinct site conceptual models for a fractured bedrock site, using different depth-discrete hydraulic and tracer transport measurements. Continue Reading »
Gary presented a time-line of key developments in groundwater monitoring technologies, from the introduction of conventional monitoring wells in the 1950’s, to the late 1970’s when the first multilevel groundwater monitoring systems were produced. Continue Reading »
While completing his Ph.D. at the University of Waterloo, Patryk designed packer testing equipment to be used for conducting hydraulic tests in fractured rock, for contaminant transport studies. Continue Reading »
Richard provided a very interesting presentation on the work he is doing at the Diavik Diamond Mine in the Northwest Territories. The project aims to help better understand acid mine drainage in cold climates. Continue Reading »
Jessica’s presentation focused on the field work that she has completed at the site. The goal of her research was to use a high-resolution method of measuring head at depth-discrete zones in order to calculate vertical gradients across the site. These vertical gradients were used to delineate hydrogeologic units in the subsurface. Continue Reading »
At the close of the 2013 Solinst Symposium, a round-table was held with the attendees and guest speakers. A common theme in the discussions was education. Continue Reading »
On November 7, 2013, we held our fourth “Solinst Symposium” here at our facility in Georgetown, Ontario, Canada. The Symposium theme was “High Resolution, Depth-Discrete Groundwater Monitoring – Benefits & Importance”. Continue Reading »
