THEORETICAL PRINCIPLES OF SAVING GROUNDWATER USE INFOGEOFRAMES IN HYDROGEOLOGY

Abstract

Theoretical bases of information support of geological prospecting researches and works on use and protection of underground waters are considered. The methodology of information support is based on the principles of target infogeological structuring of the geological environment on the basis of traditional methods of formational analysis taking into account hydrogeological (hydrodynamic and hydrochemical) components. Prospects for the introduction of a system of frame organization of the geological environment in infogeological modeling are discussed. In the applied sense, research focuses on that part of the underground hydrosphere that is now or in the future able to meet the needs of mankind in drinking, mineral, technical, industrial, thermal waters. The principles of management of groundwater resources based on the ratio of renewable natural (dynamic resources, which make up the majority of open hydrodynamic systems in the zone of intensive water exchange), renewable manmade (artificial or disturbed resources) and non-renewable components (capacitive reserves and semi-closed structures). Accordingly, during the operation of deposits, not only the calculated value of the allowable level reduction but also the "allowable balance" of groundwater should be observed. It is also proposed to define and agree on the boundaries of deposits and boundary conditions. The latter should be responsible not only for the water intake production, but also to demonstrate the degree of hydrodynamic, hydrochemical, geological protection and the risk of quantitative and qualitative depletion. Groundwater extraction must be balanced by restoring their reserves, which can be achieved by combined alternate water use of surface and groundwater sources, the creation of infiltration basins and more. On this conceptual basis, a system of information support for research and work on the use and protection of groundwater is proposed, which in the long run should be as close as possible to world standards.