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Impact of fracturing on the hydrological flow in the Liassic nappe of the Causse d'Agouraï, Middle Atlas, Morocco

Abstract

The study of fracturing at Ain Bouchermou, Ain Maârouf, and Ain Boujaoui water sources used satellite image analysis, isobase analysis, and structural field study to reveal new data on hydrological flows and water storage in karsts and breccias. Mapping the fracture network identified three groups of oriented fractures: N-S, NESW, and NW-SE, with the latter being crucial for the drainage and filling of karsts. Upstream measuring stations provided a complete assessment of fracture patterns, aiding in understanding groundwater flow and storage in the aquifer system. The study emphasizes the importance of NW-SE fractures and karst features in groundwater evaluation and recharge mechanisms in the Agouraï Plateau.

Research topics

  • Geological and Geophysical Studies Worldwide
  • Groundwater and Watershed Analysis

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DOI: 10.55407/geogaceta108978

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