Abstract
The goal of this study is to determine aquifer parameters and groundwater protective capacity in parts of the Nsukwa clan using geoelectric and pumping test methods. Seventeen vertical electrical soundings were acquired to determine the geoelectric properties, while two wells were drilled to determine the lithology and the aquifer parameters of the area. The result showed that the lithology comprised lateritic topsoil and sand, fine sand, medium sand, and coarse sand, respectively. Geoelectric data interpretation using Win Resist software revealed a close correlation with the well record. Geoelectric data analysis indicated that prolific aquifer can be sourced within the third and fourth layers, located within 24.2-43.8m and comprised medium to coarse sand. The aquifer resistivity ranged from 703.1 to 26,367.7Ωm. The Dar Zarrouk parameters, such as transverse resistance (R) and longitudinal conductance (S), were applied to determine the aquifer transmissivity (T) and hydraulic conductivity (K). The computed T and K from geoelectric sounding ranged from 11.37 to 34.79m2/day, with a mean value of 18.51m2/day and 0.8243m/day, respectively, while the T and K values from the pumping test are 18.58m2/day and 0.8251m/day, respectively. S and R values ranged from 0.001179 to 0.0131619Ω-1 and 2434 to 102,090Ωm2, respectively, revealing a poor aquifer protective capacity and moderate yield. The storativity and storage coefficient of the aquifer values of 0.0023 and 0.072m2/min, respectively, revealed a confined aquifer capable of providing sufficient water to the people. These findings showed moderate aquifer potential with poor protective capacity; thus, adequate aquifer protective strategies are recommended.
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