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Hydrogeologic assessment—Figeh Spring, Damascus, Syria

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Hydrogeological studies at Figeh Springs were directed to determine groundwater flow paths, research, storage and discharge units, and the maximum reliable yield. The project was designed to provide information upon which to base pumpage to augment low-season flows from the spring which is the major water supply for the city of Damascus, Syria.

As a basis for conclusions and recommendations, work included extensive surface geologic mapping, air photographic interpretation, a detailed well and spring inventory, and a quality of water sampling program. Geologic structural work included mapping and jointing, faulting, and folding, and an analysis of their impact on groundwater movement.

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Lamoreaux, P.E., Hughes, T.H., Memon, B.A. et al. Hydrogeologic assessment—Figeh Spring, Damascus, Syria. Environ. Geol. Water Sci 13, 73–127 (1989). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01664696

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