Kirtland Jet Fuel Spill: 3d modeling discussion
In 2014 quarter 1, two computer generated 3d models of Kirtland's jet fuel spill's projected expansion in Albuqeruque's aquifer were released publicly in draft form:
- EPA Region 6 draft model, created by Scott Ellinger
- CM2Hill model, contracted by the Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority
Both models extended the estimated time frame before EDB hits Albuquerque municipal wells 20+ years beyond NMED estimates. Data available to model this time frame simply is not available at this time to produce these 30+ year estimates. Citizen Action put together a luncheon to discuss the problems with these models, including several prominent local experts with decades of experience in the technical details of these matters. This is a video of this conversation.