Linesink-maker

The development of groundwater models has become increasingly complex, incorporating broader aspects of the water cycle. Yet, integrating surface water conditions into these models remains a challenging and meticulous task. To address this issue, two Python packages, SFRmaker and Linesink-maker, automate the integration of realistic boundary conditions representing surface water into groundwater models. These tools utilize readily available hydrography data to streamline the process.

SFRmaker inputs for the MODFLOW SFR package, while Linesink-maker facilitates the creation of linesink string input for the GFLOW analytic element program. These innovative tools can significantly reduce the time and effort required—from weeks or months to mere minutes—while minimizing errors, enhancing reproducibility, and allowing for more flexible modeling approaches less dependent on specific conceptual models or discretizations.