Study Identifies Areas of Apparent Aquifer Overutilization in Campton Township, Kane County, Illinois

Study Identifies Areas of Apparent Aquifer Overutilization in Campton Township, Kane County, Illinois

Water-level data collected in Campton Township, Kane County, Illinois were used to identify areas of apparent overutilization of some of the aquifers used for residential-water supply. This information will help identify areas where there is an increased likelihood for water-supply interruptions and also identify possible alternate sources for water supply in the township, according to a report released by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), U.S. Department of the Interior. The study was done by the USGS in cooperation with the Campton Township Board of Trustees.

Robert Kay, USGS hydrologist and principal author of the report, noted that water-level declines in wells finished in the deep unconsolidated aquifer and some of the bedrock aquifers in parts of Campton Township may indicate that more water is being pumped from these aquifers than is being replaced by natural recharge. However, wells finished in the shallow unconsolidated aquifer and the bedrock sandstone aquifer appear to be capable of meeting current water needs. "Knowledge of water levels and water-level trends is important for identifying the areas where an interruption in water supply is most likely and the factors that contribute to depletion of the water supply," Kay said. "This information also is potentially useful for more effective planning of how to manage the water resources in the township."

The report, titled "Ground-Water Levels in Aquifers Used for Residential Supply, Campton Township, Kane County, Illinois," by Robert T. Kay and Kurt A. Kraske is published as U.S. Geological Survey Water- Resources Investigations Report 96-4009. Copies are available for inspection at the U.S. Geological Survey, 221 N. Broadway, Urbana, Ill., and at most large libraries nationwide. Paper and microfiche copies can be purchased at cost from the U.S. Geological Survey, Branch of Information Services, Box 25286, Federal Center, Denver, Colo. 80225-0046 (telephone 303-202-4700). Orders must include check or money order payable to the U.S. Department of Interior- USGS and must specify report number WRIR 96-4009.