Development of Groundwater Conceptual Model for Regional Groundwater Numerical Model Nanda Rinaldi, Herdy Lukito, Taufiq Hadi Ramadhan, Lilik Eko Widodo, Rusmawan Sumarwan
Teknik Air Tanah, Fakultas Ilmu dan Teknologi Kebumian, Institut Teknologi Bandung
Abstract
This paper outlines the development of a conceptual groundwater model for a mountainous karstic region in the highlands of Papua Island. The model focuses on springs located at the base of an alpine karst system, where groundwater flow is significantly influenced by high recharge rates from rainfall and follows the regional topography in an unconfined manner. By incorporating geological, hydrological, and climatic data specific to the study area, the model elucidates the relationships between recharge processes, groundwater flow dynamics, and spring discharge patterns. The aim is to capture the complex interplay of topography and rainfall on groundwater behavior in this unique karst landscape. This conceptual framework serves as a foundation for further empirical studies and quantitative analyses, contributing to improved water resource management and a deeper understanding of the region^s hydrological characteristics. A Numerical groundwater model also has been developed under the understanding of the conceptual model.
Keywords: Groundwater Model, Conceptual Model, Alpine Karst Mountainous Region
