Un patrimonio hidrogeológico vinculado a la identidad local: las fuentes de Sant Hilari Sacalm (Girona, Catalunya) = A hydrogeological heritage linked to local identity: the springs of Sant Hilari Sacalm (Girona, Catalonia)
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Springs become a particular kind of hydrogeological heritage, since they encompass natural, cultural, architectural
and immaterial interest. Springs are a prominent feature of popular identity in the municipality of Sant Hilari Sacalm (Les
Guilleries massif, Girona, Catalonia), because of their historical contribution to the local economy. This work summarizes
the results of an updated catalog which has listed and characterized up to 206 springs. They have been classified under
hydrogeological and hydro-chemical criteria. Estimative hydric balance in most of the springs reveals that they are placed
in areas of the massif with effective net recharge to the granitic aquifer, although many of them are subjected to impact of
groundwater extractions or percolating water interception due to forestry activities. The study has characterized all the heritage
elements related to the springs and the nearby surroundings that contribute to their value. It also has identified those
threats and impacts that may endanger the available water in terms of quantity and quality and the environmental value of
the spring sites. This work is intended as a tool for management, conservation and divulgation of springs as natural and
cultural heritage
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