This dataset presents four categories of regional infiltration suitability: High, moderate, marginal, and low. The dataset was developed by combining criteria developed from two separate sources. A matrix of the two data sources was constructed to establish a regional infiltration suitability classification. The two data sources are (1) Washington County's Prairie du Chien-Jordan Aquifer Sensitivity to Pollution table (Minnesota Geologic Survey), and (2) infiltration potential data as mapped for Washington County's "Integrating Groundwater and Surface Water Management" (2005). Refer to "Figure 6.2 -- Regional infiltration suitability classification" within the South Washington Watershed District Watershed Management Plan for further details on the development of the dataset.
This dataset is also supported by separate supplemental information regarding known geologic faults, sinks and springs features.