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Citation Wei, M, D. Allen, A. Kohut, S. Grasby, K. Ronneseth and B. Turner; 2009; Understanding the Types of Aquifers in the Canadian Cordillera Hydrogeologic Region to Better Manage and Protect Groundwater; Streamline Watershed Management Bulletin, Vol. 13/No. 1, Fall 2009.
Organization Ministry of Environment; Geological Survey of Canada; SFU
URL http://forrex.org/sites/default/files/publications/articles/Streamline_Vol13_No1_Art3.pdf
Abstract/Description or Keywords Discussion on the 6 Major Aquifer Types found in the Canadian Cordillera Hydrogeologic Region. These include: Unconsolidated Sand and Gravel Aquifers (1. Unconfined fluvial or glaciofluvial aquifers along river or stream valleys; 2. Unconfined deltaic aquifers; 3. Unconfined alluvial fan or colluvial aquifers; 4. Aquifers of glacial or pre-glacial origin) and Bedrock Aquifers (5. Sedimentary rock aquifers; 6. Crystalline rock aquifers).
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