Edwards Aquifer and Water Management in San Antonio

Flashcards summarizing key concepts and vocabulary related to the lecture on the Edwards Aquifer and water management in San Antonio.

Artesian well

A well in which water rises to the surface under natural pressure.

SAWS

San Antonio Water System, responsible for managing the city's water supply and wastewater.

Ecological impact

Refers to how human activities affect ecosystems, including endangered species and their habitats.

ASR (Aquifer Storage and Recovery)

A method developed to store excess water in an aquifer for future use.

Recycled water

Water that has been treated and reused for various non-potable purposes, such as irrigation.

Permitting

The process of obtaining legal permission to drill wells or pump water.

Texas water law

Legal framework governing water rights and usage in Texas.

Vista Ridge project

An initiative to supply water from the Carrizo Aquifer to San Antonio, involving a long pipeline.

Hard water

Water that contains a high concentration of dissolved minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium.

Bear Metropolitan Water District

A local water district that went bankrupt and later merged with SAWS.