Piezometría

Piezometría is a hydrological technique used to measure the water level in a well or aquifer. This technique is based on the principle that the water level in a well is equal to the piezometric or hydraulic head of the aquifer. By placing a piezometer in a well, the water level can be measured and compared to the surface elevation of the aquifer.

The measurement of water level in a well is not always a reliable indication of the aquifer's hydraulic head, as other factors such as compaction and solute concentration can affect the relationship between the two. However, when used in conjunction with other information, piezometría can provide valuable insights into the movement of groundwater and provide data for making informed decisions about the management of surface and groundwater resources.

Piezometría is used in various fields such as hydrology, hydrogeology, and water resources management. It is particularly useful in areas where access to boreholes is not feasible or where it is required to determine the water level in a well or cave that is located at great depth. The technique can be applied in both urban and rural settings, in order to determine the state of the aquifer and to calculate the groundwater flow rate.

The data collected through the piezometría can be used in order to assess the potential impacts of different water management strategies on the aquifer and can inform policy and regulatory decisions related to groundwater management. It can also be used to determine the recharge and discharge rates of the aquifer, which are essential in order to understand the long-term dynamics of the aquifer system.