Title of Submission
A Study of Uranium in the Treasure Valley Aquifer System
Degree Program
Hydrologic Sciences, MS
Major Advisor Name
Shawn Benner
Type of Submission
Scholarly Poster
Abstract
The Treasure Valley Aquifer System contains well-documented uranium concentrations exceeding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) drinking water standard of 30 µg/L. A large water quality dataset has been compiled including well sample measurements of uranium and other water quality constituents. Preliminary results indicate high uranium concentrations at high variability, geographic hotspots of high uranium concentrations, and elevated concentrations associated with shallow depths. Uranium concentrations also appear to depend on the redox status of the environment. The knowledge gained in this study will provide natural resource managers in the Treasure Valley with important groundwater management recommendations.
Funding Information
Idaho Department of Water Resources