Water supply potential of the Meridian-upper Wilcox Aquifer Grenada, Mississippi

This study was conducted to provide Grenada, Mississippi an assessment of the groundwater resources available for use from the Meridian-upper Wilcox Aquifer (MUWX). Public, private, industrial, and agricultural wells; springs; streams; and surface water bodies all exist within the study area.; Groundwater data were collected from state and federal agencies. This data was used in determining the aquifer's characteristics. The location of a large reservoir in the recharge area was essential in determining the aquifer recharge potential. Location of wells down-dip from the recharge area was essential in determining aquifer discharge capabilities aquifer.; This study proved that there is a direct relationship between the current use of the MUWX aquifer in the study area and the ability of the aquifer to recharge sufficiently. In addition, this study proved that the MUWX aquifer would support a large industrial development in the study area and a substantial amount of new public development.