Geospatial Assessment of Water Quality in Groundwater Wells in Al-Badari District, Asyut governorate, Egypt, Using GIS

It's well-known that excessive and non-conservative use of natural resources can subject them to unnecessary risks. Typically, the assessment of drinking water quality focuses on a limited set of indicators and a limited period, making continuous tracking and spatial monitoring of groundwater well quality in Al-Badari a vital necessity. Identifying the concentration levels of various elements and assessing their suitability for different purposes is of utmost importance in this context.
The study aims to analyze spatial differences in the characteristics of groundwater wells and assess their quality and suitability for drinking purposes in Al-Badari. This will be achieved through laboratory analysis of water samples and geospatial analysis, to provide a comprehensive assessment of their quality and suitability for use as drinking water.
The study used an analytical methodology, relying on geostatistical analysis and spatial statistical modeling within a geographic information system (GIS) environment to determine spatial suitability levels for water quality.
The study provides an assessment of spatial suitability for 14 sites sourcing their water from 37 groundwater wells. Levels of element concentrations in the water were analyzed, and a map illustrating spatial suitability levels for groundwater well water quality was produced, aiding its more efficient use for various purposes.
This study plays a crucial role in monitoring and assessing water quality, contributing to developing mechanisms to mitigate negative impacts and implementing a conservation program evaluation plan. Consequently, it aids in enhancing an initiative for continuous water quality monitoring and providing spatial information to the population about its quality.