Applications for all new wells must be filed prior to drilling and all wells must be registered with the District. Well Construction Standards Yes - The District standards require casing into the top of the Edwards Formation for artesian zone wells, and down to static water level in the water table zone.
Casing is recommended to extend to the bottom of the well bore.
Positive placement of 30 feet of grout above the static water level and 20 feet from the surface down. Well Spacing Yes - 150' away from other wells, septic systems or other potential sources of pollution including faults, fractures and sinkholes. In addition, the District requires a pump test to determine local impacts prior to issuing a pumpage permit. The District also periodically performs a detailed analysis of water quality in wells selected across the District to determine any emerging trends in water quality. Yes - The District collects and shares data with special interest groups and other agencies, the City of Austin and other small municipalities and to citizens upon request.