Approximately 70 percent of all Minnesotans rely on groundwater as their primary source of drinking water. Wells used for drinking water must be properly sealed when removed from service to protect both public health and Minnesota’s invaluable groundwater resources. The Minnesota Department of Health protects both public health and groundwater by assuring the proper sealing of unused wells.
Clean Water funds are being provided to well owners as a 50% cost-share assistance for sealing unused public water-supply wells.
Approximately 70 percent of all Minnesotans rely on groundwater as their primary source of drinking water. Wells used for drinking water must be properly sealed when removed from service to protect both public health and Minnesota’s invaluable groundwater resources. The Minnesota Department of Health with the assistance of the Board of Water and Soil Resources protects both public health and groundwater by assuring the proper sealing of unused wells.” Clean Water funds are being provided to home owners as a 50% cost-share assistance for sealing unused private drinking water wells.
City and it's residents will evaluate the possible impacts of sewer, septic systems/absorption fields, and cesspools on the City's wells, review the data and develop a plan/ evaluate options and costs to manage or mitigate this contamination source.
Expand City website to include information about the DWSMA; Educate residents about WHP area; Seal observation well; Educate residents on new leaf composting policy and location; Create awareness among local public work departments and first responders t
Installation of an automatic transfer switch and disconnect, wiring, concrete pad, electrical permit, natural gas connection, and other supporting equipment as necessary for a future generator connection.
Hire consultant to provide professional engineering and analysis for site selection options for additional well sites for test wells and future production well.
Drill well to inspect well casing integrity and if casing passes inspection, well to be treated and new hand pump installed. OR Drill well to inspect well casing integrity and the casing fails the inspection. Drill a new well, install new hand pump and se
Mail educational materials to property owners within the DWSMA; Presentation to local students about drinking water; Identify and seal unused wells within the DWSMA
Add WHP information on City website; Include WHP strategies and actions in the City newsletter; Move leaf composting site from the 1-year TOT area; Survey and well inventory; Survey shallow disposal wells; Training about BMP in the DWSMA
