Groundwater problems in urban areas : proceedings of the International Conference organized by the Institution of Civil Engineers and held in London, 2-3 June 1993

Changing groundwater levels are causing problems in many cities and urban areas throughout the world. Over-abstraction of water for prolonged periods has caused levels to fall with ensuing foundation settlement and structural damage caused by consolidation of the underlying strata, in addition to frequent deterioration of water quality. Conversely, the decline of industry in many cities and/or the provision of better piped supplies has led to greatly reduced water abstraction. Addresses the problems associated with the changing groundwater levels - frequent deterioration of water quality, reduced water abstraction, and flooding or uplift of basements. This work provides a coverage of background information, data interpretation, details of the rising and falling groundwater levels, and possible engineering solutions.