Abstract:
Mathematical models provide a scientific and predictive tool for determining appropriate solutions to water allocation, surface water – groundwater interaction, landscape management or impact of new development scenarios. However, if the modelling studies are not well designed from the outset, or the model doesn’t adequately represent the natural system being modelled, the modelling effort may be largely wasted, or decisions may be based on flawed model results, and long term adverse consequences may result. This article presents case studies on modelling of soil moisture movement (unsaturated flow) using SWIM and modelling of seawater intrusion (density-dependent groundwater flow) using FEFLOW.
