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Multi-Objective Optimization of a Hydro-Economic Model in an Over-Allocated Agricultural Basin.

Katherine H Markovich, Michael N Fienen, Nicholas Corson-Dosch, Cecile Coulon, Jeremy T White, Stephen B Gingerich

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

6 authors.

Katherine H MarkovichU.S. Geological Survey, Upper Midwest Water Science Center, Madison, Wisconsin.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4455-8255
Michael N FienenU.S. Geological Survey, Upper Midwest Water Science Center, Madison, Wisconsin.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7756-4651
Nicholas Corson-DoschU.S. Geological Survey, Upper Midwest Water Science Center, Madison, Wisconsin.
Cecile CoulonINTERA Incorporated, Paris, France.
Jeremy T WhiteINTERA Incorporated, Fort Collins, Colorado.
Stephen B GingerichU.S. Geological Survey, Oregon Water Science Center, Portland, Oregon.

Funding

U.S. Geological Survey
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Groundwater depletion for agricultural irrigation poses significant environmental and economic challenges. This study introduces a proof-of-concept that combines hydro-economic modeling, scenario-based modeling, and multi-objective optimization to manage pumping curtailment in an over-allocated basin in the western United States. Three optimization scenarios were evaluated, each offering different degrees of management flexibility. Results reveal that scenarios with finer spatial resolution achieved greater environmental benefits per unit profit loss. Additionally, strategies allowing fractional reductions in curtailed wells-rather than complete shutdowns based on water rights seniority-substantially improved efficiency, highlighting the value of increased decision-making flexibility. Although scenario testing can aid stakeholder engagement and strategy exploration, multi-objective optimization provides a systematic framework to quantify tradeoffs between competing objectives. This combined approach demonstrates promise for building consensus and supporting the design of sustainable water management strategies that balance agricultural livelihoods with ecosystem preservation.

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Agricultural IrrigationAgricultureConservation of Water ResourcesGroundwaterModels, EconomicModels, TheoreticalWater Supply

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PMID41857790
PMCPMC13157692

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