Water Resources Research Act Program

Details for Project ID LA_2024_Abdalla

Precise Land Subsidence Determination with InSAR for enhancing groundwater management

Institute: Louisiana
Year Established: 2024 Start Date: 2024-09-01 End Date: 2025-08-31
Total Federal Funds: $20,102 Total Non-Federal Funds: $20,102

Principal Investigators: Ahmed Abdalla

Project Summary: Groundwater issues are a significant concern in Southeast Louisiana due to land subsidence. The subsidence affects the aquifer, surface water systems, and infrastructure. The objective of this project is to investigate the relationship between land subsidence and groundwater changes in the Capital Area parishes. We will utilize InSAR (Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar) data to calculate land subsidence accurately, estimate subsidence rates and patterns, and identify areas at risk and vulnerable infrastructure. This will help to ensure the resilience of water supply systems and promote sustainable water management. We further will use machine learning algorithms, Geographic Information Science (GIS), and Remote Sensing methodologies to create a subsidence susceptibility map tailored to the region. This will help to identify high-risk areas and advocate for sustainable water management techniques to preserve ecosystems, habitats, and agricultural areas.