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¹Division of Hydrologic Sciences, Desert Research Institute, University System of Nevada, 755 East Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89119, USA. ahmed.hassan@dri.edu

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Area of Science:

Environmental Science
Hydrogeology
Geospatial Analysis

Background:

Environmental restoration of nuclear testing sites requires effective long-term monitoring.
Stochastic groundwater flow and transport models are crucial for predicting contaminant migration.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and illustrate a method for designing a long-term groundwater monitoring well network.
To optimize well placement for early detection of migrating contaminant plumes.

Main Methods:

Utilized complementary tools for well siting, including identifying potential horizons and high-probability locations.
Employed a stochastic groundwater flow and transport model for network evaluation.
Assessed the detection efficiency of 76 different three-well network combinations.

Main Results:

Identified 28 three-well networks with detection efficiencies at or above 70%.
Provided multiple viable alternatives for long-term monitoring well locations at the Shoal site.
Demonstrated the effectiveness of the integrated approach in network design.

Conclusions:

The developed methodology offers a robust framework for designing effective groundwater monitoring networks.
The final selection of well locations depends on practical factors and regulatory agreements.
This approach enhances the capability for early detection of contaminant migration in complex hydrogeological settings.