opportunities to implement stonn

water management practices.

Moreover it reduces the imlncts
on water quality. This method is
being implemented in the United
States.
Permeability and Agriculture:-
In agricultural terms, permeability helps in determining the amount Of
water soaked in by the soil- whether rainfall soaks into the ground or runs
off to the nearest stream. If the soil is not permeable and allows water to
stay on its surface, it will affect growth. Water techniques
should be applied to avoid water-logging of agricultural soils. Controlled
traffic and zero tillage are the best ways to reduce surface accumulation of
water. Irnlroving water entryways and water storage techniques near the
field are also good practices to reduce the effect of water-logging on
crops. Cover crop; have helped farrners and agriculturists to improve
permeability of soil and reduce soil surface strength as well.

Oil and Gas Extraction:-

Hydrocarbons - crude oil and natural gas - are found in certain layers Of
rock that are usually buried deep beneath the surface of the earth. In order
for a rock layer to qualify as a good source of hydrocarbons, it must meet
several criteria with permeability Of the rock being one of the many
important factors.

Another characteristic of reservoir rock is that it must be perrneable. That

is, the B)res of the rock must be connected together so that

DISCUSSION

The knowledge of this property is much useful in solving problems

involving yield of water bearing strata, seepage through earthen dams,
stability of earthen dams, and embankments of canal bank affected by
seepage, settlement etc.