Water well and pump equipment for groundwater testing

Groundwater Studies

Aquifer Testing & Groundwater Resource Analysis

Quantifying what's below — well siting, pump testing, aquifer modeling, and the technical documentation your permits and decisions require.

Groundwater You Can Count On

Groundwater is the lifeblood of communities, farms, and industries across the West — and understanding it requires more than drilling a well and hoping for the best. Anderson Water Consulting conducts rigorous groundwater investigations that quantify aquifer properties, estimate sustainable yield, and provide the technical foundation for sound resource management.

From initial well siting through pump test analysis and long-term monitoring program design, we provide the complete technical picture. Our groundwater reports are written to withstand regulatory review, peer scrutiny, and, when necessary, courtroom examination.

Who We Serve

  • Municipal Water Systems
  • Rural Water Districts
  • Agricultural Operations
  • Mining & Industrial Users
  • Developers & Subdivisions
  • State Engineer Offices

Capabilities

What We Deliver

Well Siting & Design

Site selection, drilling supervision, and well design for municipal, agricultural, industrial, and domestic water supply — optimized for yield and longevity.

Aquifer Pump Testing

Step-drawdown, constant-rate, and recovery tests to determine transmissivity, storativity, and sustainable yield. Analysis using Theis, Cooper-Jacob, and other methods.

Groundwater Modeling

Numerical and analytical modeling to predict aquifer response to pumping, evaluate interference between wells, and assess long-term sustainability.

Water Level Monitoring

Design and implementation of monitoring networks to track seasonal and long-term water level trends, supporting permit compliance and adaptive management.

Permit Applications & Reports

Technical reports and permit applications for state engineer offices, including water availability analyses, non-interference demonstrations, and beneficial use documentation.

Conjunctive Use Studies

Analysis of surface water and groundwater interactions to support integrated water management, augmentation plans, and prior appropriation compliance.

Ready to Start Your Water Study?

Contact Anderson Water Consulting to discuss your project scope, timeline, and technical requirements.