Development of a hydrologic flow model of the Zuñi Salt Lake and surrounding areas, west-central New Mexico
Buobe IA context · why it matters
Steady-state conditions modeled — Understanding how the lake and groundwater system behave under current conditions is crucial for predicting impacts from future development.
Potential hydrologic responses analyzed — This tool can help in assessing the effects of water-use scenarios, supporting negotiations to protect the lake's religious and resource uses.
The terminal Zuñi Salt Lake is in a maar in west-central New Mexico and contains hypersaline water that has long been used by Native Americans for religious purposes and the collection of salt. The U.S.
