Hydrogeological research on water supply conditions in a mountainous region of NE Greece

This paper deals with the investigation of the aquifer system of Myki Municipality in the mountainous area of Xanthi Prefecture, NE Greece, within the context of the development and management of groundwater of the study area for meeting drinking water supply needs. The work included, during spring, summer and autumn of 2021-2022, measurements of discharge from a selected network of fifty-two (52) points (springs and groundwater wells), sampling of groundwater from all springs and wells, chemical analyses, as well as relevant analysis, elaboration, presentation of the produced results and composition of related proposals regarding the improvement of water supply conditions at Myki Municipality. The research resulted in calculating the water supply values for each settlement (L/capita/day) and the surplus or deficit supply values with respect to the private special consumption value for domestic use of 250 L/capita/day. It was found that the available water resources to meet water needs of the Myki Municipality are partially insufficient. The observed water shortage can be attributed to the limited capacity of aquifers in some places, some bad groundwater recovery facilities, as well as water losses in the water supply system.