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Delineating stream capture zones is complex due to natural variations and model uncertainties. Reverse transport methods offer a more reliable approach by accounting for uncertainty in baseflow contribution areas.

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Area of Science:

  • Hydrogeology
  • Environmental Modeling
  • Water Resource Management

Background:

  • Stream capture zones are critical for understanding baseflow contributions.
  • Standard well capture zone methods face challenges with natural stream systems.
  • Model-related uncertainties impact stream capture zone delineation accuracy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate model-related uncertainties in stream capture zone delineation.
  • To compare different hydrological models and delineation methods.
  • To assess the reliability of particle tracking versus reverse transport for baseflow contribution areas.

Main Methods:

  • Applied four hydrological models (HydroGeoSphere, WATFLOW, MODFLOW, FEFLOW) to Alder Creek watershed.
  • Compared reverse particle tracking with reverse transport methods, including macrodispersion.
  • Evaluated model calibration, hydraulic head distribution, and capture zone outputs.

Main Results:

  • Different models calibrated similarly but produced varying capture zones.
  • Stream capture zone delineation is highly sensitive to particle tracking algorithms.
  • Reverse transport provides probabilistic capture zones, accounting for uncertainty.

Conclusions:

  • Particle tracking alone requires subjective judgment for complex systems.
  • Reverse transport is a more reliable method for delineating baseflow contribution areas.
  • Combining methods enhances confidence in stream capture zone outcomes.