Low-Flow Groundwater Sampling: A Step-by-Step Guide for Environmental Professionals
What is low-flow groundwater sampling and why is it used on contaminated sites in Australia? Low-flow groundwater sampling purges monitoring wells at rates below 0.5 L/min to minimise drawdown and turbidity, producing dissolved-phase contaminant concentrations that accurately represent aquifer conditions. It is recommended as best practice by EPA Victoria (Publication 669.1), SA EPA, and NSW … Read more