Groundwater vulnerability maps: improvements to methodology and data
The groundwater vulnerability maps reflect improvements in data mapping and understanding of the factors affecting vulnerability.
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The ‘Groundwater vulnerability maps: summary and user guide’ outlines the kinds of activities these maps can be used for.
The ‘Groundwater vulnerability mapping methodology: report’ provides technical information about how the new maps have been created.
These maps help the Environment Agency assess the exposure of groundwater to pollution hazards.
For more information see the groundwater protection guides.
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Published 28 May 2014Last updated 9 October 2017 + show all updates
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Updated report and summary
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First published.