ABSTRACT
There are several reasons for the selection of the six case studies presented in this chapter. The primary reason is to provide students, professionals, organizations, policy makers, and concerned individuals with real-world examples of the interactions between geology and contamination at the site scale. Reviewing these cases illustrates why the effective application of sound science in the form of geologic theory and practice and the knowledge of contaminant characteristics are critical to successful site planning and future pollution prevention efforts. Moreover, the lessons outlined here and throughout this book can be successfully applied to future urban planning projects within the framework of a watershed approach at broader geographic scales. Since land represents 90%–95% of the surface area of urban watersheds, achieving sustainability requires effective land use planning at the sites within the watershed coupled with measures designed to prevent pollution from those sites.
