scope:

This standard describes the minimum requirements for vertical water supply wells.

Purpose

The purpose of this standard is to provide the minimum requirements for water wells, including consideration of the influences of geologic and hydrologic conditions and water quality and well construction.

Application

This standard can be referenced in specifications for constructing water wells and can be used as a guide for vertical water supply wells. The stipulations of this standard apply when this document has been referenced and only to water wells used in water supply service applications. Application of this standard is not limited by well depth.