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Earth Science & Energy

Groundwater Transmissivity & Storativity (Theis Aquifer Test)

Calculate groundwater transmissivity & storativity (theis aquifer test) using the stated engineering or scientific relationship and adjustable field inputs.

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What this calculator does

Calculates Groundwater Transmissivity & Storativity (Theis Aquifer Test) using the formula verified against the cited source.

What your result means

An estimate from the inputs you enter, within the scope stated below — not advice.

Formula

Cooper–Jacob straight line: T = 2.303 Q ÷ (4π Δs) (Δs = drawdown per log cycle of time); S = 2.25 T t₀ ÷ r²

The step-by-step working for your own numbers appears with the result above and in the PDF report.

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  • • Cooper–Jacob late-time transmissivity T = ln(10)Q/(4πΔs), where Δs is drawdown change over one log10 time decade. Q m³/day and Δs m give T m²/day. Storativity additionally uses S≈2.25Tt0/r².

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Reviewed 2026-10-18 · Next review 2027-04-18

  • • The current fields estimate T only. Add observation-well distance r and zero-drawdown time intercept t0 for S, using matching time units. This is the late-time straight-line approximation to Theis under aquifer/test assumptions, not a complete Theis curve fit. Require positive fitted slope and assess well loss/boundaries.

Important limitation

This is an educational estimate based only on the values and formula shown. Verify current rates, rules, units, and professional standards before relying on the result. It is not personalized financial or investment advice.

Quick reference

Groundwater Transmissivity & Storativity (Theis Aquifer Test): results for common inputs, worked out with the formula on this page.
ScenarioPumping rate (m³/day)Drawdown change over one log cycle (m)Distance to observation well (m)Transmissivity T
Worked example1,0000.530366.4678 m²/day
Half the amounts5000.2515366.4678 m²/day
Double the amounts2,000160366.4678 m²/day

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Reviewed 2026-10-18 · Next review 2027-04-18

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