Down gradient definition
Down gradient means an area that has a lower potentiometric surface (hydraulic head) than a comparative reference point.
Down gradient means the direction, toward an object, of liquid flow on the surface of the ground or upon encountering a water table or a restrictive layer.
Down gradient means in the primary lateral direction of groundwater flow;
Examples of Down gradient in a sentence
Down gradient groundwater exhibited lowering concentrations of nitrate-nitrite.
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More Definitions of Down gradient
Down gradient. [refers to means] an area that has a lower potentiometric surface (hydraulic head) than a comparative reference point.
Down gradient means the portion of the water table that is down the hydraulic slope of the water table with respect to a specific area or point of reference.
Down gradient means any direction within 45 degrees either side of the direction of groundwater flow;