When rain falls to the land’s surface, some renews surface waters such as lakes, rivers and the ocean, some evaporates back into the atmosphere, and some percolates downward into the ground and forms natural underground reservoirs, called aquifers.
Most groundwater in these aquifers flows from one place to another, just like a river. The layering of different materials under the surface (ie, rock, clay and sand) can trap and change the direction of the underground flows. When water flows downwards through the soil and rock it will eventually reach a point where all the air voids are filled by water. This is called the saturated zone.
The area above is the unsaturated zone. Groundwater aquifers are either ‘confined’ or ‘unconfined’. If the water-carrying layer of rock or sand has a layer of impermeable material above it, the aquifer is called a confined aquifer. Confined aquifer status is usually granted by a drinking-water assessor.
Where there is no impermeable layer above the aquifer it is called unconfined. The topwater level in an unconfined aquifer is often called the ‘water table’. This is water that has percolated into the soil and has been trapped between the impermeable layer and the ground surface.
Definitions Borehole: A hole in the ground that intersects the water table, causing water to pond in the bottom. Bores are usually drilled by mechanical means.
Well: The same as a bore but usually dug by hand and therefore shallower.
Spring: Point at which the water table meets the surface, causing a flow of groundwater out of the ground.
Water trapped under confining layers can sometimes be put under enough pressure to allow it to flow to the surface without pumping. In these cases, the bore is described as ‘artesian’.
The composition of the water may change while underground. Small particles and some micro-organisms may be filtered out. This filtration can be very effective where the soil consists of thick layers of fine particles. On the other hand, substances in the soil and rocks can be dissolved into the water.
These may do no harm, they may affect the taste or hardness of the water, or they may even make the water hazardous to drink.
Nakiso Borehole Drilling: Your Trusted Partner for Safe, Sustainable Water Access
At Nakiso Borehole Drilling, we are your comprehensive partner for unlocking reliable water on your property. Our highly skilled team tackles all drilling projects, from standard boreholes to specialized Blast Hole and RC Drilling. We handle everything in-house for a seamless experience, encompassing expert borehole siting, efficient drilling, and pump installation – solar, electric, or manual – tailored to your specific needs. With Nakiso, your reliable water source is just a drill away.We don't just strive to be the best; we maintain the industry's strictest quality standards and are committed to sustainable practices for the future of Zimbabwe's water security.
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Five Facts About Borehole Drilling That You Need To Take Note Of:
1. Know Your Borehole Casings:The Preferred Borehole Casing In Zimbabwe Is Class 9 and 10 (Pressure Classes.)This is because Class 9 and Class 10 Casings are more collapse resistant. The strength of a Casing is often described as collapse resistance.
2. Borehole Drilling Depth: The exact depth, of where the water is located, cannot be established by the drilling contractor nor the Water Surveyor (Borehole Siter).
3. The Is No 100% Guarantee On Water: It is important to note that it is never a 100% guarantee that any hole will yield water, the amount and water quality can also not be guaranteed by the drilling contractor and water surveyor.
4. Borehole Siting or Water Surveying Is Important: Making use of a hydrologist or traditional water diviner will increase your chances of having a successful borehole that will yield a sufficient amount of water.
5. Know The Risks: The risk of the borehole drilling lies with the property owner. The client will still be liable for the drilling costs irrespective of a borehole yielding water or not.
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