Study the Impact of Structural Geology on the Groundwater Aquifers Using Electromagnetic Survey - Wadi El Saieda - Western Desert - Egypt

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Geophysical Exploration Department, Desert Research Center, Cairo, Egypt

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This study investigates the groundwater potential in Wadi El Saieda, Egypt, using geoelectric techniques to identify aquifer zones and assess water quality. Located in Egypt's Western Desert, the region is crucial for agricultural expansion due to its significant water and land resources. A transient electromagnetic method was used to measure nineteen geoelectric soundings, revealing the presence of multiple geoelectric layers, including two primary water-bearing strata. The identified water-bearing zones exhibit varying resistivity values, which correlate to subsurface lithological structures such as sand, silt, and clay layers. The results provide credence to the idea that this potential area can benefit from sustainable management of water resources and agricultural growth. The study highlights two significant aquifers, characterized by good groundwater quality, especially in the eastern regions of the study area. The geoelectric data, combined with geological interpretations, suggest potential sites for groundwater extraction, thereby supporting sustainable agricultural development in the region. Furthermore, the identification of fault structures impacting groundwater flow provided insights into the hydrogeological framework of the area.

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