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060121-Asahan Groundwater Investigation Report (Revised)
060121-Asahan Groundwater Investigation Report (Revised)
PREFACE
Praise be to the presence of Allah SWT because only with His permission will the Geoelectrical and
Hydrogeological Report be completed according to plan.
This report contains an explanation of the methodology for the implementation of geoelectric and
hydrogeological work, and the results of geoelectric and hydrogeological activities.
The report is prepared with the hope that it can be used for the progress of the work as a whole, so
that the work can fulfill it properly and on time.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE ................................................................................................................................................... i
TABLE OF CONTENTS............................................................................................................................... ii
TABLE OF FIGURES ................................................................................................................................. iii
TABLE OF TABLES .................................................................................................................................... v
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................. 1-1
1.1. BACKGROUND ................................................................................................................. 1-1
1.2. PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES OF THE WORK ..................................................................... 1-1
1.3. LOCATION ........................................................................................................................ 1-1
CHAPTER 2 GEOLOGICAL AND HYDROGEOLOGICAL CONDITION ........................................................ 2-3
2.1. REGIONAL GEOLOGY ....................................................................................................... 2-3
2.2. REGIONAL HYDROGEOLOGY............................................................................................ 2-4
CHAPTER 3 METHODOLOGY ................................................................................................................ 3-1
CHAPTER 4 RESULTS ............................................................................................................................. 4-1
4.1. CAMP LABOUR WA3 ........................................................................................................ 4-1
4.2. MAIN OFFICE ................................................................................................................... 4-1
4.3. HYDROGEOLOGICAL SURVEY......................................................................................... 4-11
CHAPTER 5 CONCLUSIONS ................................................................................................................... 5-1
GLOSSARY................................................................................................................................................ x
REFERENCES ............................................................................................................................................ x
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TABLE OF FIGURES
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TABLE OF TABLES
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
1.1. BACKGROUND
Camp Labour WA3 and Main Office Asahan 3 Hydroelectric Power Plant Project have difficulties with
groundwater availability. Previous action, there was two groundwater exploration well in Camp
Labour WA3 and Main Office which was not prospect. The water discharge is very small and produce
the water if there was rain before.
Purpose and objectives of the work is conducting geoelectrical survey to determine the potential for
groundwater in Camp Labour WA3 and Main Office. If there is a good potential for groundwater in
the area of interest, it can be folllowed up by exploration drilling.
1.3. LOCATION
The geoelectrical survey is held in 9 location in Camp Labour WA3 and Main Office Area. The location
of map can be seen in Figure 1.
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CHAPTER 2
Based on Geological Map of Region Pematang Siantar scale 1:100,000 (Clarke et al., 1982), the
geoelectrical survey is located in Toba Tuffs which consists of rhyo-dacitic, heterolithic crystal-vitric
ash flow tuff with thin airfall upper phase (Figure 2). Toba Tuffs was deposited during Pleistocene
Epoch. But in the field, especially in Camp Labour WA3, the litology is dominated by quartzose
sandstone which is part of Bohorok Formation. Bohorok Formation is the oldest rocks in Sumatera,
part of Tapanuli Group, which was deposited in Carboniferous – Permian Period.
Figure 2. The location of geoelectrical survey based on regional geological map of region Pematang Siantar
(Clarke et al., 1982)
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Based on Hydrogeological Map of Region Pematang Siantar and Tebing Tinggi scale 1:250,000
(Sukrisna, 2004), the geoelectrical survey is mostly held in region with poorly productive aquifers of
local importance (Figure 3). The type of aquifer is fissured or porous aquifer. Generally aquifer of low
transmissivity, locally in favorable sites, small discharge of springs can be expected. Limited
groundwater can be obtained in the valleys and weathered zones. This is relevant with facts in the
field, there is small discharge of spring which flow through fissures and fractures in rocks. But in VES
9, the location is included to region with moderately productive aquifers. The type of aquifer is
intergranular aquifer. Aquifers of moderate transmissivity, groundwater table varies, generally above
or near land surfaces, wells yield generally less than 5 l/sec.
Figure 3. The location of geoelectrical survey based on regional hydrogeological map of region Pematang Siantar
and Tebing Tinggi (Sukrisna, 2004)
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CHAPTER 3
METHODOLOGY
The geoelectric method is a dynamic geophysical method that utilizes the electrical properties of
rocks. In this method a current is injected into the earth through an iron electrode. The amount of
current (I) and the potential difference that occurs at the time of injection are recorded then the rho
(resistivity) value is calculated. Given that the rho value is strongly influenced by the physical
properties of rocks below the earth's surface, this rho value can be used to interpret the existence of
rocks and fluids below the earth's surface, including its shape and depth.
The working principle of the geoelectric method is to flow an electric current into the earth through
two current electrodes, then the potential difference is measured through two potential electrodes,
so that the resistivity value can be calculated. Based on Ohm's Law, it is known that the voltage (V) of
a material depends on the current (I) and the electric resistance (R) which are formulated as follows:
𝑉𝑉 = 𝐼𝐼 𝑅𝑅
Resistivity is a quantity that shows the level of resistance to electric current against a material. If a
conductive material in the form of a homogeneous cylinder has a length L and a cross-sectional area
A, the resistivity is:
𝐴𝐴
𝜌𝜌 = 𝑅𝑅
𝐿𝐿
The quantities measured in the geoelectric method are electric potential and current strength, while
what is calculated is the resistivity.
Electric potential is defined as potential energy (U) per unit test charge (Q), or the mathematical
expression is:
𝑟𝑟
1 𝑄𝑄
𝑈𝑈 = � 𝐸𝐸. 𝑑𝑑𝑑𝑑 =
4𝑝𝑝𝑝𝑝 𝑟𝑟
∞
Notes:
U : Potential energy
E : electric field
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Q : Coulomb’s force
p, e : constants
r : distance between charge
Electric current is the motion of negative charges (electrons) in matter in the process of regulating
itself towards equilibrium. This event occurs when matter is disturbed by an electric field. If the electric
field always goes in one direction, then the electric current that flows will also remain in that direction.
Electric current that flows in the same direction is called DC (Direct Current) while that flows back and
forth is called AC (Alternating Current). The relationship between electric current and charge is
mathematically expressed as follows:
𝑑𝑑𝑑𝑑
𝐼𝐼 =
𝑑𝑑𝑑𝑑
According to Ohm's Law, the relationship between the magnitude of the electric potential difference
(V), the current strength (I) and the resistance of the conducting wire is:
𝑉𝑉 = 𝐼𝐼 𝑅𝑅
In the 1-D geoelectric method, discussion of the flow of electricity in the earth is based on the
assumption that the earth is an isotropic homogeneous medium. So, the rock layers below the earth's
surface are assumed to be in layers. In this condition, the electric potential around the electric current
in the earth and on the earth's surface is as follows.
The center of the electric current is placed in the earth. The following figure shows the direction of
current flow and its equipotential line.
Permukaan bumi
Arah arus
equipotensial
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Figure 4. The direction of the electric current and the equipotential line for the current source is within the earth
The current exits radially from the point of flow such that the sum of the current exiting the surface
of a sphere of radius r is:
𝐼𝐼 = 𝐽𝐽 𝐴𝐴
𝐼𝐼 = 𝐽𝐽 4𝜋𝜋𝑟𝑟 2
𝑑𝑑𝑑𝑑
𝐼𝐼 = �𝜎𝜎 � 4𝜋𝜋𝑟𝑟 2
𝑑𝑑𝑑𝑑
1
Since 𝜎𝜎 = then:
𝜌𝜌
1 𝑉𝑉(𝑟𝑟)
𝐼𝐼 = � � 4𝜋𝜋𝑟𝑟 2
𝜌𝜌 𝑟𝑟
So:
𝐼𝐼 𝜌𝜌 𝑉𝑉
𝑉𝑉 (𝑟𝑟) = and 𝜌𝜌 = 4𝜋𝜋𝜋𝜋
4𝜋𝜋𝑟𝑟 2 𝐼𝐼
If the current point in the above discussion is located on the surface of the earth, then the direction
of the electric current and its equipotential line can be seen in the following figure:
Figure 5. The direction of the electric current and the equipotential line for the current source is on the surface
of the earth
The area of distribution in the direction of the current is half a sphere, so the surface area = 2pr. Thus
the previous equation becomes:
𝐼𝐼 𝜌𝜌 𝑉𝑉
𝑉𝑉 (𝑟𝑟) = and 𝜌𝜌 = 2𝜋𝜋𝜋𝜋
2𝜋𝜋𝜋𝜋 𝐼𝐼
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Figure 6. The direction of electric current and the equipotential line for the two current sources are on the
surface of the earth
The two current sources are described as points A and B, while the measurement of the potential
difference is carried out at points M and N. The potential difference between MN due to currents A
and B, is:
In this equation:
AM = distance A to M
BM = distance B to M
AN = distance A to N
BN = distance B to N
DV = potential difference, measured in the field
I = electric current, measured in the field
R = resistance, calculated then used for interpretation
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In this geoelectric investigation, the electrode arrangement has been used using the Schlumberger
rule arrangement where the two MN potential electrodes are always placed between 2 current
electrodes (Figure 8). In each measurement, the current AB electrode is always moved according to a
predetermined distance, while the MN potential electrode can only be moved at certain distances on
the condition that the MN / 2 distance is ≥ 1/5 the AB / 2 distance. So that the geometric factor k can
be obtained from the following equation:
𝜋𝜋 𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴 2 𝑀𝑀𝑀𝑀 2
𝑘𝑘 = �� � − � � �
2(𝑀𝑀𝑀𝑀) 2 2
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The equation is then used to process the 1D geoelectric measurement data. The results of calculations
using these equations only produce resistivity values and apparent depth. To obtain the true resistivity
and depth values, the 1D inversion modeling was then used.
Geoelectric investigations are carried out on the basis of the physical properties of rocks to electric
currents, where each different rock type will have a different resistivity value. This depends on several
factors, including the age of the rock, electrolyte content, rock density, the amount of minerals it
contains, porosity, permeability and so on.
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Figure 10. Resistivities of various rocks and sediments (Telford et al, 1976)
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CHAPTER 4
RESULTS
This chapter discusses the results of geoelectrical survey activities in the work area. Documentation
of all activities can be seen at Appendix A.
In this chapter, conducted an explanation regarding the geoelectric results and their interpretation.
The interpretation obtained from geoelectric activity is subsurface lithology along with an indication
that the rock is aquifer or non-aquifer. The procedure for implementing geoelectrical survey activities
refers to SNI 2818: 2012 regarding the Schlumberger geoelectric measurement procedure for
groundwater exploration. The 1-D (Vertical Electrical Sounding / VES) geoelectrical survey activity was
carried out on 4 to 14 December 2020. The target depth for this survey is around 100 m. There are 9
geoelectrical survey points spread over 2 area, which are Camp Labour WA3 and Main Office Area.
The condition of field data mostly is disturbed by noises. Noises can come from topographic effect,
high voltage electric wire, less coupling between electrodes and soil, and high resistivity layer in
shallow area. We perform manual filtering to remove noises from the data. After that, we process the
field data using linear inversion method. In this process, we use software IP2 WIN to produce depth
and number of layers, also resistivity value of layers.
Geoelectrical survey was held in Camp Labour WA3 during 8 until 14 December 2020. The detail of
location can be seen in Table 1 and Figure 11.
Coordinate (UTM
Survey zone 47 N) Elevation
No
Point (m)
E N
1 VES 4 543849 285811 139
2 VES 5 543825 285729 132
3 VES 6 543865 285737 136
4 VES 7 543785 285551 126
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Based on the results of geoelectric acquisitions in Camp Labour WA3, the constituent lithology is
dominated by the quartzose sandstones of the Bohorok Formation. This is consistent with the
geological conditions in the field which are dominated by quartzose sandstone outcrops. The following
is a discussion of the interpretation of geoelectric results in Camp Labour WA3 by point.
4.1.1. VES 4
The environmental conditions around the measurement point are located in the area behind Camp
Labor WA3. The azimuth of survey is N225°E or N45°E. While the soil conditions are moist and sandy.
The maximum length of the measuring line is 600 m. The depth that can be reached is 100 m. The
modeling results detect that there are ten layers. Based on field observations, VES 4 is located in
quartzose sandstones, part of Bohorok Formation. A recap of the layer interpretations at this point
can be seen at Table 2.
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Apparent
Litological
Layers Resistivity Depth Type
Interpretation
(ohm.m)
1 11,357 0 - 2.04 Top Soil
Quartzose
2 332,449 2.04 – 3.33 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
3 81,044 3.33 – 5.73 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
4 502,690 5.73 – 10.47 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
5 58,158 10.47 – 13.80 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
6 31,757 13.80 – 28.70 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
7 348,445 28.70 – 30.00 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
8 859,169 30.00 – 43.54 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
9 76,347 43.54 – 76.35 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
10 90,375 76.35 - 100 Aquifuge
Sandstone
The first layer has a thickness of 2 m, at a depth of 0 - 2.04 m. This layer has a resistivity of 11,357
ohm.m. Interpreted as a top soil layer.
The second layer has a thickness approximately 1 m, at a depth 2.04 – 3.33 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 332,449 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The third layer has a thickness approximately 2 m, at a depth 3.33 – 5.73 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 81,044 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The fourth layer has a thickness approximately 5 m, at a depth 5.73 – 10.47 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 502,690 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
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impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The fifth layer has a thickness approximately 3 m, at a depth 10.47 – 13.80 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 58,158 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The sixth layer has a thickness approximately 15 m, at a depth 13.80 – 28.70 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 31,757 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The seventh layer has a thickness approximately 2 m, at a depth 28.70 – 30.00 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 348,445 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The eighth layer has a thickness approximately 14 m, at a depth 30.00 – 43.54 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 859,169 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The nineth layer has a thickness approximately 14 m, at a depth 43.54 – 76.35 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 76,347 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The tenth layer has a thickness approximately 25 m, at a depth 76.35 – 100 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 90,375 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
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4.1.2. VES 5
The environmental conditions around the measurement point are located in the area near Camp Labor
WA3. The azimuth of survey is N197°E or N17°E. While the soil conditions are moist and sandy. The
maximum length of the measuring line is 600 m. The depth that can be reached is 100 m. The modeling
results detect that there are ten layers. Based on field observations, VES 5 is located in quartzose
sandstones, part of Bohorok Formation. A recap of the layer interpretations at this point can be seen
at Table 3.
Apparent
Litological
Layers Resistivity Depth Type
Interpretation
(ohm.m)
1 2,825 0 – 0.67 Top Soil
Weathered
2 4,158 0.67 – 3.74 Quartzose Aquitard
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
3 29,353 3.74 – 6.44 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Weathered
4 5,382 6.44 – 7.88 Quartzose Aquitard
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
5 5,123 7.88 – 15.97 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
6 33,662 15.97 – 21.01 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
7 6,183 21.01 – 30.45 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
8 53,785 30.45 – 42.30 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
9 17,896 42.30 – 80.99 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
10 19,307 80.99 - 100 Aquifuge
Sandstone
The first layer has a thickness approximately 1 m, at a depth of 0 – 0.67 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 2,825 ohm.m. Interpreted as a top soil layer.
The second layer has a thickness approximately 3 m, at a depth of 0.67 – 3.74 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 4,158 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This
layer is partly permeable which means it permits the water through it but does not yield water in
sufficient quantity as much as aquifer does. This layer also is called as aquitard.
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The third layer has a thickness approximately 3 m, at a depth 3.74 – 6.44 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 29,353 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The fourth layer has a thickness approximately 1 m, at a depth 6.44 – 7.88 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 5,382 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
partly permeable which means it permits the water through it but does not yield water in sufficient
quantity as much as aquifer does. This layer also is called as aquitard.
The fifth layer has a thickness approximately 8 m, at a depth 7.88 – 15.97 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 5,123 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The sixth layer has a thickness approximately 6 m, at a depth 15.97 – 21.01 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 33,662 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The seventh layer has a thickness approximately 9 m, at a depth 21.01 – 30.45 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 6,183 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The eighth layer has a thickness approximately 12 m, at a depth 30.45 – 42.30 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 53,785 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The nineth layer has a thickness approximately 18 m, at a depth 42.30 – 80.99 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 17,896 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The tenth layer has a thickness approximately 20 m, at a depth 80.99 – 100 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 19,307 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
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is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
4.1.3. VES 6
The environmental conditions around the measurement point are located in the area near Camp Labor
WA3. The azimuth of survey is N213°E or N33°E. While the soil conditions are moist and sandy. The
maximum length of the measuring line is 600 m. The depth that can be reached is 100 m. The modeling
results detect that there are ten layers. Based on field observations, VES 6 is located in quartzose
sandstones, part of Bohorok Formation. A recap of the layer interpretations at this point can be seen
at Table 4.
Apparent
Litological
Layers Resistivity Depth Type
Interpretation
(ohm.m)
1 1,061 0 – 0.65 Top Soil
2 755.2 0.65 – 1.87 Top Soil
Weathered
3 16,954 1.87 – 3.06 Quartzose Aquitard
Sandstone
Weathered
4 1,793 3.06 – 6.88 Conglomeratic Aquitard
Sandstone
Weathered
5 9,239 6.88 – 8.38 Quartzose Aquitard
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
6 6,480 8.38 – 15.04 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
7 1,166 15.04 – 29.04 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
8 53,896 29.04 – 37.26 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
9 33,125 37.26 – 93.48 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
10 34,552 93.48 - 100 Aquifuge
Sandstone
The first layer has a thickness approximately 1 m, at a depth of 0 – 0.65 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 1,061 ohm.m. Interpreted as a top soil layer.
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The second layer has a thickness approximately 1 m, at a depth of 0.65 – 1.87 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 755.2 ohm.m. Interpreted as a top soil layer.
The third layer has a thickness approximately 2 m, at a depth of 1.87 – 3.06 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 16,954 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976).
This layer is partly permeable which means it permits the water through it but does not yield water in
sufficient quantity as much as aquifer does. This layer also is called as aquitard.
The fourth layer has a thickness approximately 3 m, at a depth 3.06 – 6.88 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 1,793 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is partly permeable which means it permits the water through it but does not yield water in sufficient
quantity as much as aquifer does. This layer also is called as aquitard.
The fifth layer has a thickness approximately 2 m, at a depth 6.88 – 8.38 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 9,239 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
partly permeable which means it permits the water through it but does not yield water in sufficient
quantity as much as aquifer does. This layer also is called as aquitard.
The sixth layer has a thickness approximately 7 m, at a depth 8.38 – 15.04 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 6,480 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The seventh layer has a thickness approximately 14 m, at a depth 15.04 – 29.04 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 1,166 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The eighth layer has a thickness approximately 8 m, at a depth 29.04 – 37.26 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 53,896 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The nineth layer has a thickness approximately 46 m, at a depth 37.26 – 93.48 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 33,125 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
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The tenth layer has a thickness approximately 7 m, at a depth 93.48 – 100 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 34,552 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
4.1.4. VES 7
The environmental conditions around the measurement point are located in the area near Asahan
River (Camp Labor WA3 Area). The azimuth of survey is N215°E or N35°E. While the soil conditions are
moist and sandy. The maximum length of the measuring line is 600 m. The depth that can be reached
is 100 m. The modeling results detect that there are ten layers. Based on field observations, VES 7 is
located in quartzose sandstones, part of Bohorok Formation. A recap of the layer interpretations at
this point can be seen at Table 5.
Apparent
Litological
Layers Resistivity Depth Type
Interpretation
(ohm.m)
1 36,433 0 – 0.48 Top Soil
Weathered
2 20,904 0.48 – 2.39 Quartzose Aquitard
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
3 7,153 2.39 – 3.82 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
4 62,386 3.82 – 4.48 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
5 223,178 4.48 – 8.77 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
6 14,127 8.77 – 17.36 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
7 93,545 17.36 – 22.76 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
8 7,151,414 22.76 – 41.77 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
9 243,741 41.77 – 87.72 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
10 43,591 87.72 - 100 Aquifuge
Sandstone
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The first layer has a thickness approximately 1 m, at a depth of 0 – 0.48 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 36,433 ohm.m. Interpreted as a top soil layer.
The second layer has a thickness approximately 2 m, at a depth of 0.48 – 2.39 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 20,904 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976).
This layer is partly permeable which means it permits the water through it but does not yield water in
sufficient quantity as much as aquifer does. This layer also is called as aquitard.
The third layer has a thickness approximately 1 m, at a depth of 2.39 – 3.82 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 7,153 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The fourth layer has a thickness approximately 3 m, at a depth 3.82 – 4.48 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 62,386 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The fifth layer has a thickness approximately 4 m, at a depth 4.48 – 8.77 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 223,178 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The sixth layer has a thickness approximately 9 m, at a depth 8.77 – 17.36 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 14,127 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is impermeable
which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as aquifuge.
The seventh layer has a thickness approximately 5 m, at a depth 17.36 – 22.76 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 93,545 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The eighth layer has a thickness approximately 19 m, at a depth 22.76 – 41.77 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 7,151,414 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The nineth layer has a thickness approximately 46 m, at a depth 41.77 – 87.72 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 243,741 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
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impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The tenth layer has a thickness approximately 13 m, at a depth 87.72 – 100 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 43,591 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
4.1.5. VES 8
The environmental conditions around the measurement point are located in the area near Asahan
River (Camp Labor WA3 Area). The azimuth of survey is N220°E or N40°E. While the soil conditions are
moist and sandy. The maximum length of the measuring line is 600 m. The depth that can be reached
is 100 m. The modeling results detect that there are ten layers. Based on field observations, VES 8 is
located in quartzose sandstones, part of Bohorok Formation. A recap of the layer interpretations at
this point can be seen at Table 6.
Apparent
Litological
Layers Resistivity Depth Type
Interpretation
(ohm.m)
1 29,429 0 – 1.38 Top Soil
Weathered
2 9,840 1.38 – 2.18 Quartzose Aquitard
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
3 72,176 2.18 – 3.41 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
4 7,696,163 3.41 – 7.25 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
5 3,313,481 7.25 – 9.72 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
6 137,459 9.72 – 14.15 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
7 23,797 14.15 – 28.05 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
8 127,316 28.05 – 42.03 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
9 3,705,627 42.03 – 87.72 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
10 5,000,563 87.72 - 100 Aquifuge
Sandstone
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The first layer has a thickness approximately 1 m, at a depth of 0 – 1.38 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 29,429 ohm.m. Interpreted as a top soil layer.
The second layer has a thickness approximately 1 m, at a depth of 1.38 – 2.18 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 9,840 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This
layer is partly permeable which means it permits the water through it but does not yield water in
sufficient quantity as much as aquifer does. This layer also is called as aquitard.
The third layer has a thickness approximately 1 m, at a depth of 2.18 – 3.41 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 72,176 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The fourth layer has a thickness approximately 4 m, at a depth 3.41 – 7.25 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 7,696,163 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The fifth layer has a thickness approximately 2 m, at a depth 7.25 – 9.72 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 3,313,481 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The sixth layer has a thickness approximately 5 m, at a depth 9.72 – 14.15 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 137,459 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The seventh layer has a thickness approximately 14 m, at a depth 14.15 – 28.05 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 23,797 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The eighth layer has a thickness approximately 24 m, at a depth 28.05 – 42.03 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 127,316 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
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The nineth layer has a thickness approximately 45 m, at a depth 42.03 – 87.72 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 3,705,627 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The tenth layer has a thickness approximately 13 m, at a depth 87.72 – 100 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 5,000,563 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
4.1.6. VES 9
The environmental conditions around the measurement point are located in the area near border of
Camp Labor WA3. The azimuth of survey is N75°E or N255°E. While the soil conditions are moist and
sandy. The maximum length of the measuring line is 600 m. The depth that can be reached is 100 m.
The modeling results detect that there are ten layers. Based on field observations, VES 9 is located in
ignimbrite, part of Toba Tuffs. A recap of the layer interpretations at this point can be seen at Table 7.
Apparent
Litological
Layers Resistivity Depth Type
Interpretation
(ohm.m)
1 4,887 0 – 0.85 Top Soil
2 6,630 0.85 – 1.78 Ignimbrite Aquitard
3 2,550 1.78 – 3.40 Ignimbrite Aquifer
4 85,269 3.40 – 4.52 Ignimbrite Aquifuge
5 87,300 4.52 – 8.96 Ignimbrite Aquifuge
Conglomeratic
6 3,484 8.96 – 19.36 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
7 7,594 19.36 – 26.82 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
8 205,425 26.82 – 39.47 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
9 1,811,068 39.47 – 87.72 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Quartzose
10 9,473,524 87.72 - 100 Aquifuge
Sandstone
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The first layer has a thickness approximately 1 m, at a depth of 0 – 0.85 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 4,887 ohm.m. Interpreted as a top soil layer.
The second layer has a thickness approximately 1 m, at a depth of 0.85 – 1.78 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 6,630 ohm.m. Interpreted as a ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is partly
permeable which means it permits the water through it but does not yield water in sufficient quantity
as much as aquifer does. This layer also is called as aquitard.
The third layer has a thickness approximately 2 m, at a depth of 1.78 – 3.40 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 2,550 ohm.m. Interpreted as a ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is permeable
which means it can store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as aquifer.
The fourth layer has a thickness approximately 1 m, at a depth 3.40 – 4.52 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 85,269 ohm.m. Interpreted as a ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is impermeable which
means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as aquifuge.
The fifth layer has a thickness approximately 4 m, at a depth 4.52 – 8.96 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 87,300 ohm.m. Interpreted as a ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is impermeable which
means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as aquifuge.
The sixth layer has a thickness approximately 11 m, at a depth 8.96 – 19.36 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 3,484 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The seventh layer has a thickness approximately 7 m, at a depth 19.36 – 26.82 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 7,594 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The eighth layer has a thickness approximately 13 m, at a depth 26.82 – 39.47 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 205,425 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The nineth layer has a thickness approximately 48 m, at a depth 39.47 – 87.72 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 1,811,068 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
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The tenth layer has a thickness approximately 13 m, at a depth 87.72 – 100 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 9,473,524 ohm.m. Interpreted as a quartzose sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
From 6 locations, only 1 location in VES 9 has an aquifer. The aquifer is ignimbrite layer which can be
found in area near VES 9. Near Camp Labor WA3 is dominated by aquitard and aquifuge. In other
name, Camp Labour WA3 is not capable producing amount of groundwater. The correlation of
lithology and resistivity value can be seen in Figure 12 until Figure 16.
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Figure 13. Lithological correlation VES 8, VES 7, VES 5, and VES 4 in Camp Labor WA3
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Figure 14. Lithological correlation VES 8, VES 7, VES 5, VES 4, and VES 9 in Camp Labor WA3
Figure 15. Correlation of resistivity value VES 8, VES 7, VES 5, VES 4, and VES 9 in Camp Labor WA3
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Figure 16. Correlation of resistivity value VES 8, VES 7, VES 5, and VES 4 in Camp Labor WA3
Geoelectrical survey was held in Main Office during 4 until 6 December 2020. The detail of location
can be seen in Table 8 and Figure 17.
Coordinate (UTM
Survey zone 47 N) Elevation
No
Point (m)
E N
1 VES 1 543887 285459 130
2 VES 2 543930 285361 147
3 VES 3 544000 285501 144
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Based on the results of geoelectric acquisitions in Main Office, the constituent lithology is dominated
by the weathered ignimbrite of the Toba Tuffs. This is consistent with the geological conditions in the
field which are dominated by weathered ignimbrite outcrops. The following is a discussion of the
interpretation of geoelectric results in Main Office by point.
4.2.1. VES 1
The environmental conditions around the measurement point are located in the area near Main
Office. The azimuth of survey is N231°E or N51°E. While the soil conditions are moist and clayey sand.
The maximum length of the measuring line is 600 m. The depth that can be reached is 100 m. The
modeling results detect that there are eleven layers. Based on field observations, VES 1 is located in
weathered ignimbrite, part of Toba Tuffs. A recap of the layer interpretations at this point can be seen
at Table 9.
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Apparent
Litological
Layers Resistivity Depth Type
Interpretation
(ohm.m)
1 7,118 0 – 1.20 Top Soil
Weathered
2 6,722 1.20 – 2.05 Aquiclude
Ignimbrite
Weathered
3 44,340 2.05 – 3.51 Aquiclude
Ignimbrite
Weathered
4 8,659 3.51 – 6.00 Aquiclude
Ignimbrite
Weathered
5 52,277 6.00 – 10.26 Aquiclude
Ignimbrite
Weathered
6 316,814 10.26 – 17.54 Aquiclude
Ignimbrite
Weathered
7 27,794 17.54 – 30.00 Aquiclude
Ignimbrite
8 65,569 30.00 – 42.30 Ignimbrite Aquifuge
Conglomeratic
9 90,377 42.30 – 64.50 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
10 54,027 64.50 – 83.77 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
11 58,782 83.77 - 100 Aquifuge
Sandstone
The first layer has a thickness of 1 m, at a depth of 0 – 1.20 m. This layer has a resistivity of 7,118
ohm.m. Interpreted as a top soil layer.
The second layer has a thickness approximately 1 m, at a depth 1.20 – 2.05 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 6,722 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
partly permeable which means it permits the water through it but does not yield water in sufficient
quantity as much as aquifer does. This layer also is called as aquitard.
The third layer has a thickness approximately 1 m, at a depth 2.05 – 3.51 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 44,340 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). It is impermeable layer
which contains water but cannot permit water through it. Also does not yield water. This layer is
known as aquiclude.
The fourth layer has a thickness approximately 3 m, at a depth 3.51 – 6.00 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 8,659 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). It is impermeable layer
which contains water but cannot permit water through it. Also does not yield water. This layer is
known as aquiclude.
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The fifth layer has a thickness approximately 4 m, at a depth 6.00 – 10.26 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 52,277 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). It is impermeable layer
which contains water but cannot permit water through it. Also does not yield water. This layer is
known as aquiclude.
The sixth layer has a thickness approximately 7 m, at a depth 10.26 – 17.54 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 316,814 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). It is
impermeable layer which contains water but cannot permit water through it. Also does not yield
water. This layer is known as aquiclude.
The seventh layer has a thickness approximately 13 m, at a depth 17.54 – 30.00 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 27,794 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). It is
impermeable layer which contains water but cannot permit water through it. Also does not yield
water. This layer is known as aquiclude.
The eighth layer has a thickness approximately 12 m, at a depth 30.00 – 42.30 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 65,569 ohm.m. Interpreted as a ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is impermeable
which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as aquifuge.
The nineth layer has a thickness approximately 22 m, at a depth 42.30 – 64.50 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 90,377 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The tenth layer has a thickness approximately 19 m, at a depth 64.50 – 83.77 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 54,027 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The eleventh layer has a thickness approximately 179 m, at a depth 83.77 – 100 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 58,782 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
4.2.2. VES 2
The environmental conditions around the measurement point are located in the area near Main
Office. The azimuth of survey is N52°E or N232°E. While the soil conditions are moist and clayey sand.
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The maximum length of the measuring line is 600 m. The depth that can be reached is 100 m. The
modeling results detect that there are ten layers. Based on field observations, VES 2 is located in
weathered ignimbrite, part of Toba Tuffs. A recap of the layer interpretations at this point can be seen
at Table 10.
Apparent
Litological
Layers Resistivity Depth Type
Interpretation
(ohm.m)
1 497.28 0 – 1.21 Top Soil
Weathered
2 77,257 1.21 – 1.82 Aquiclude
Ignimbrite
Weathered
3 1,046,437 1.82 – 3.34 Aquiclude
Ignimbrite
Weathered
4 302,670 3.34 – 5.37 Aquiclude
Ignimbrite
Weathered
5 34,651 5.37 – 9.04 Aquiclude
Ignimbrite
Weathered
6 1,536 9.04 – 16.82 Aquitard
Ignimbrite
Weathered
7 17,438 16.82 – 30.00 Aquiclude
Ignimbrite
8 55,179 30.00 – 42.84 Ignimbrite Aquifuge
Conglomeratic
9 39,318 42.84 – 57.31 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
10 35,438 57.31 – 100 Aquifuge
Sandstone
The first layer has a thickness of 1 m, at a depth of 0 – 1.21 m. This layer has a resistivity of 497.28
ohm.m. Interpreted as a top soil layer.
The second layer has a thickness approximately 1 m, at a depth 1.21 – 1.82 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 77,257 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). It is
impermeable layer which contains water but cannot permit water through it. Also does not yield
water. This layer is known as aquiclude.
The third layer has a thickness approximately 2 m, at a depth 1.82 – 3.34 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 1,046,437 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). It is impermeable
layer which contains water but cannot permit water through it. Also does not yield water. This layer
is known as aquiclude.
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The fourth layer has a thickness approximately 2 m, at a depth 3.34 – 5.37 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 302,670 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). It is impermeable layer
which contains water but cannot permit water through it. Also does not yield water. This layer is
known as aquiclude.
The fifth layer has a thickness approximately 4 m, at a depth 5.37 – 9.04 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 34,651 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). It is impermeable layer
which contains water but cannot permit water through it. Also does not yield water. This layer is
known as aquiclude.
The sixth layer has a thickness approximately 7 m, at a depth 9.04 – 16.82 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 1,536 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is partly
permeable which means it permits the water through it but does not yield water in sufficient quantity
as much as aquifer does. This layer also is called as aquitard.
The seventh layer has a thickness approximately 14 m, at a depth 16.82 – 30.00 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 17,438 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). It is
impermeable layer which contains water but cannot permit water through it. Also does not yield
water. This layer is known as aquiclude.
The eighth layer has a thickness approximately 12 m, at a depth 30.00 – 42.84 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 55,179 ohm.m. Interpreted as a ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is impermeable
which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as aquifuge.
The nineth layer has a thickness approximately 15 m, at a depth 42.30 – 57.31 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 39,318 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The tenth layer has a thickness approximately 43 m, at a depth 57.31 – 100 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 35,438 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
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4.2.3. VES 3
The environmental conditions around the measurement point are located in the area near Main
Office. The azimuth of survey is N0°E or N180°E. While the soil conditions are moist and clayey sand.
The maximum length of the measuring line is 600 m. The depth that can be reached is 100 m. The
modeling results detect that there are ten layers. Based on field observations, VES 3 is located in
weathered ignimbrite, part of Toba Tuffs. A recap of the layer interpretations at this point can be seen
at Table 11.
Apparent
Litological
Layers Resistivity Depth Type
Interpretation
(ohm.m)
1 276.24 0 – 0.94 Top Soil
Weathered
2 22,504 0.94 – 1.46 Aquiclude
Ignimbrite
Weathered
3 491.62 1.46 – 3.33 Aquitard
Ignimbrite
Weathered
4 1420 3.33 – 5.07 Aquitard
Ignimbrite
Weathered
5 10,764 5.07 – 10.69 Aquiclude
Ignimbrite
Weathered
6 2,666 10.69 – 13.81 Aquitard
Ignimbrite
Weathered
7 761.94 13.81 – 30.92 Aquitard
Ignimbrite
8 4,266 30.92 – 41.96 Ignimbrite Aquitard
Conglomeratic
9 35,140 41.96 – 80.73 Aquifuge
Sandstone
Conglomeratic
10 21,545 80.73 – 100 Aquifuge
Sandstone
The first layer has a thickness of 1 m, at a depth of 0 – 0.94 m. This layer has a resistivity of 276.24
ohm.m. Interpreted as a top soil layer.
The second layer has a thickness approximately 1 m, at a depth 0.94 – 1.46 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 22,504 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). It is
impermeable layer which contains water but cannot permit water through it. Also does not yield
water. This layer is known as aquiclude.
The third layer has a thickness approximately 2 m, at a depth 1.46 – 3.33 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 491.62 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is partly
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permeable which means it permits the water through it but does not yield water in sufficient quantity
as much as aquifer does. This layer also is called as aquitard.
The fourth layer has a thickness approximately 2 m, at a depth 3.33 – 5.07 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 1,420 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is partly
permeable which means it permits the water through it but does not yield water in sufficient quantity
as much as aquifer does. This layer also is called as aquitard..
The fifth layer has a thickness approximately 5 m, at a depth 5.07 – 10.69 m. This layer has a resistivity
of 10,764 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). It is impermeable layer
which contains water but cannot permit water through it. Also does not yield water. This layer is
known as aquiclude.
The sixth layer has a thickness approximately 3 m, at a depth 10.69 – 13.81 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 2,666 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
partly permeable which means it permits the water through it but does not yield water in sufficient
quantity as much as aquifer does. This layer also is called as aquitard.
The seventh layer has a thickness approximately 17 m, at a depth 13.81 – 30.92 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 761.94 ohm.m. Interpreted as a weathered ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is
partly permeable which means it permits the water through it but does not yield water in sufficient
quantity as much as aquifer does. This layer also is called as aquitard.
The eighth layer has a thickness approximately 11 m, at a depth 30.92 – 41.96 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 4,266 ohm.m. Interpreted as a ignimbrite (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer is partly
permeable which means it permits the water through it but does not yield water in sufficient quantity
as much as aquifer does. This layer also is called as aquitard.
The nineth layer has a thickness approximately 39 m, at a depth 41.96 – 80.73 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 35,140 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
The tenth layer has a thickness approximately 20 m, at a depth 80.73 – 100 m. This layer has a
resistivity of 21,545 ohm.m. Interpreted as a conglomeratic sandstone (Telford et.al, 1976). This layer
is impermeable which means it cannot store and permit water through it. This layer also is called as
aquifuge.
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Although there are weathered and fresh ignimbrite in this area. The lithologies cannot produce
amount of groundwater. This can be caused by amount of clay in weathered rock and very compact
condition in fresh rock. So there is no good porosity. Based on geoelectrical survey in Main Office,
there is no aquifer. Main Office is dominated by aquiclude and aquifuge. So, in the Main Office is not
capable producing amount of groundwater. The correlation of lithology and resistivity value can be
seen in Figure 18 until Figure 20.
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Figure 19. Lithological correlation VES 2, VES 1, and VES 3 in Main Office
Figure 20. Correlation of resistivity value VES 2, VES 1, and VES 3 in Main Office
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The objective survey is to determine the groundwater level, lithology from the outcrop, and type of
aquifer. This survey was conducted from 12 December 2020 until 16 December 2020.
From this survey, we found 3 lithologies which are dominated in the location. First is conglomeratic
sandstone. This rock is partly of Bohorok Formation. Conglomeratic sandstone is sedimentary rock
which composed by mostly andesite fragments. This fragments are rounded with grain size of >2 mm.
The matrix of this rock is sand. The lithology only permits the water, but does not yield the water in
sufficient quantity.
Quartzose Sandstone and Meta-claystone are the second lithology which dominated in this area. Also
like the conglomeratic sandstone, the lithologies are partly of Bohorok Formation. From the
observation, this lithologies are slightly metamorfosed. So the rocks hardly permits the water.
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The last is ignimbrite which is part of Toba Tuff. This rock is composed by dust material consisting of
pumice and glass. This rock has a good porosity so it is supposed to be an aquifer in this area. At the
location, the spreadness is so narrow. It is difficult to find the groundwater at the location. The
spreadness of these lithology is often found in the residential areas of local population, northern of
location, so that local people can easily get the groundwater. Groundwater used by local residents is
obtained from dug wells with a depth of 3 m - 8 m, and the average depth of boreholes used by
residents is 15 m - 30 m.
Figure 23. The outcrop of ignimbrite in the residential areas of local population
Figure 24. The dug well and borehole well in the residential areas of local population
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CHAPTER 5
CONCLUSIONS
Based on the discussion that has been carried out in relation to this study, several conclusions can be
made as follows:
1. Camp Labor WA3 area has an aquifer only near VES 9 which is far from the camp.
2. Camp Labor WA3 is dominated by aquitard and aquifuge which is not capable producing
amount of groundwater.
3. Main Office is dominated by aquiclude and aquifuge which is not capable producing amount
of groundwater.
4. Based on regional hydrogeological map, Camp Labor WA3 and Main Office is dominated by
poorly productive aquifers of local importance. Limited groundwater can be obtained in the
valleys and weathered zones.
5. The aquifer can be found in the northern of Camp Labor WA3 which is in the residential areas
of local population. The lithology in this area is ignimbrite with shallow groundwater and wells
yield generally less than 5 l/sec.
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GLOSSARY
Aquiclude
An aquiclude is a geological formation which is impermeable to the flow of water. It contains a large
amount of water in it but it does not permit water through it and also does not yield water. It is
because of its high porosity. Clay is an example of aquiclude.
Aquifer
An aquifer is a saturated formation of the earth. It not only stores the water but also yields it in
adequate quantity. Aquifers are highly permeable formations and hence they are considered as main
sources of groundwater applications. Unconsolidated deposits of sand and gravel are examples of an
aquifer.
Aquifug
An aquifuge is an impermeable geological formation which is neither porous nor permeable – which
means it cannot store water in it and at the same time it cannot permit water through it. Compact
rock is an example of aquifuge.
Aquitard
An aquitard is also a saturated formation. It permits the water through it but does not yield water in
sufficient quantity as much as aquifer does. It is because of their partly permeable nature. But
however, if there is an aquifer under the aquitard then the water from aquitard may seep into the
aquifer. Sandy clay is a perfect example of an aquitard.
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Univ. Press.
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ACQUISITION AND PROCESSING DATA OF GEOELECTRICAL
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APPENDIX D
WORKLOG REPORTS
Jumlah Tenaga Tenaga
No Tanggal Hari Pukul Kegiatan Kendala Peralatan
Lokal Subkon
-Peralatan
1 12/3/2020 Kamis - Mobilisasi Hujan 1 Orang Geolistrik 1
Set
- Peralatan
08.00 -.09.00 - Rapid Test Geolistrik 1
Set
- Aki mobil 2
09.30 - 10.00 - Survey Lokasi Pukul 17.00 Buah ( 65 Ah &
hujan besar, 35 Ah )
Rony Setiawan
2 12/4/2020 Jum'at jadi tidak 2 Orang - APD ( Sepatu
( SKM )
10.00 - 11.00 - Safety Induction meneruskan Boot, Helm
pengukuran dan Rompi )
- Pengukuran Geolistrik di Main
14.00 - 17.00 Office ( VES 1 ), pengukuran baru
sampai 200 m
- Peralatan
- Safety Induction ( Penambahan
08.30 - 09.00 Geolistrik 1
Tenaga Lokal 1 Orang )
Pukul 14.00 Set
tidak - Aki mobil 2
meneruskan Rony Setiawan Buah ( 65 Ah &
3 12/5/2020 Sabtu 3 Orang 35 Ah )
- Pengukuran Geolistrik di Main pengukuran ( SKM )
10.00 - 12.30 Office ( VES 2 ) & penerusan karena
- APD ( Sepatu
pengukuran di VES 1 hujan
Boot, Helm
dan Rompi )
- Peralatan
- Pengukuran Geolistrik di Main Pukul 14.00 Rony Setiawan
4 12/6/2020 Minggu 08.30 - 11.00 3 Orang Geolistrik 1
Office ( VES 3 ) Hujan ( SKM )
Set
D-1
- Aki mobil 2
Buah ( 65 Ah &
35 Ah )
13.00 - 14.00 - Survey Lokasi di WA 2
- APD ( Sepatu
Boot, Helm
dan Rompi )
- Terjadi
demo
- Peralatan
- Pengukuran Geolistrik di WA 2 ( warga di
08.00 - 12.00 Geolistrik 1
VES 4 ) WA 2,
Set
selesai
pukul 12.00
- Saat mau
ngukur
terjadi
- Aki mobil 2
- Mengambil peralatan Geolistrik di kesalahan
12.30 - 13.00 Buah ( 65 Ah &
WA 2 lokasi, tapi
35 Ah )
dalam
Rony Setiawan
5 12/7/2020 Senin kontrak di 3 Orang
( SKM )
WA 2
-
- Survey lokasi yang sudah
14.00 -.15.00 Pengukuran
dipindahkan dari WA 2 ke WA 3
sampai 10
m, cok
kabel putus - APD ( Sepatu
untuk ke Boot, Helm
mesinnya dan Rompi )
15.00 - 16.00 - Pengukuran di WA 3 ( VES 4 )
jadi harus
beli dulu
barangnya
ke kota
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- Peralatan
Geolistrik 1
Set
Pukul 14.30 - Aki mobil 2
- Pengukuran Geolistrik di WA 3 ( Buah ( 65 Ah &
hujan, reda Rony Setiawan
6 12/8/2020 Selasa 08.00 - 17.20 VES 5 & 6 ), penerusan pengukuran 3 Orang 35 Ah )
lagi pukul ( SKM )
di VES 4
15.00
- APD ( Sepatu
Boot, Helm
dan Rompi )
- Peralatan
- Pengukuran tambahan geolistrik di Hujan pukul Rony Setiawan Geolistrik 1
WA 3 ( VES 7 & 8 ) 08.00, reda dan M. Ikhwan Set
11 12/13/2020 Minggu 08.00 -16.20 2 Orang
- Pengamatan data singkapan batuan lagi pukul Saputra ( SKM - Aki mobil 2
di sekitar lokasi 09.15 ) Buah ( 65 Ah &
35 Ah )
D-3
- APD ( Sepatu
Boot, Helm
dan Rompi )
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