ASSESSMENT AND SIMULATION OF ABU ZAABAL DUMPSITE IMPACT ON THE SURROUNDING WATER RESOURCES

Abstract

This thesis discusses the area of Abu Zaabal dumpsite which has been overloaded with contaminants and wastes such as Solid waste (Domestic, Industrial, etc.). The area is also surrounded by high count of agricultural fields which is also a source of pollution due to excessive pesticides used. The location of the dumpsite is very sensitive as it is adjacent to Ismailia canal main branch which is one of the major canals used to feed the agricultural lands. There is also Belbais drain which is on the western side of Abu Zaabal dumpsite. The main aim is to assess the groundwater and surface water quality by developing a 3-dimensional contaminant transport model by utilizing the available data. This will enable us to predict the contamination levels at different periods of time.