Jacob and Lohman Solution for Constant-Head Tests in NonLeaky Confined Aquifers
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A mathematical solution by Jacob and Lohman (1952) is useful for determining the hydraulic properties (transmissivity and storativity) of nonleaky confined aquifer. Analysis involves matching the Jacob and Lohman solution to discharge data collected during a constant-head (constant-drawdown) test.
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Assumptions
The following assumptions apply to the use of the Jacob and Lohman solution:
- aquifer has infinite areal extent
- aquifer is homogeneous, anisotropic and of uniform thickness
- potentiometric surface is initially horizontal
- control well is fully penetrating
- aquifer is nonleaky confined
- flow is unsteady
- water is released instantaneously from storage with decline of hydraulic head
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References
Jacob, C.E. and S.W. Lohman, 1952. Nonsteady flow to a well of constant drawdown in an extensive aquifer, Trans. Am. Geophys. Union, vol. 33, pp. 559-569.