This 40-page PDF document is a chapter from a book on coalbed methane. This chapter presents a summary of general water planning issues, including water classifications and water rights as they pertain to CBM produced water. Emphasis is given to five western states - Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico - because these states have a combination of significant existing and/or potential coalbed methane resource issues; high quality groundwater in coals and considerable water needs. Also included are informative tables, maps and diagrams.
This resource is referenced here:Subject:
Geoscience:Hydrology:Ground Water:Water and society, policy, and management,
Environmental Science:Ecosystems:Biogeochemical cycling,
Environmental Science:Water Quality and Quantity,
Policy:Environmental Decision-Making
Resource Type:
Audio/Visual:Maps,
Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work
Focus on the Cretaceous: Human Impacts, Economic Resources
Geochemistry Applications: Environmental Geochemistry
Theme:
Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Biogeoscience,
Hydrology/Hydrogeology,
Environmental Science,
Teach the Earth:Teaching Topics:Water,
Teach the Earth:Incorporating Societal Issues:Public Policy
