Literature Review: Computer Aided Assessment Techniques for Nonpoint Source Discharges

Abstract

Computer models and Geographic Information Systems (GISs) are valuable tools for assessing nonpoint source discharges. Because of the diffused nature and variable flow associated with storm water run-off, it is difficult to design an inexpensive sampling program to assess the impact of nonpoint source pollution. Computer modeling and GISs can help process limited data and make assessments of nonpoint source discharges from both surface water and groundwater sources. Modeling approaches range from simple loading function calculations to the use of sophisticated hydrological and water quality-oriented computer software. GISs have great potential for reducing the cost of assessing nonpoint source pollution.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1991
Accession Number
ADA236347

Entities

People

  • J. C. Heath
  • L. A. Karr
  • L. W. Canter
  • M. Lahlou
  • T. A. Cooper

Organizations

  • Naval Facilities Engineering Service Center

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Databases
  • Drainage Basins
  • Engineering
  • Environment
  • Environmental Protection
  • Geographic Information Systems
  • Geographic Regions
  • Geography
  • Groundwater
  • Sedimentation
  • Surface Waters
  • Topography
  • United States
  • Water Quality

Readers

  • Computational Modeling and Simulation
  • Environmental Engineering