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| Title | Abandoned Wells Problems and Solutions | |
| Month-Year Published | January 1996 | |
| Revised on | January 2007 | |
| Online Availability |
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| Short Description |
It is not uncommon in Washington state to find old wells which are no longer usable. These are called abandoned wells. The most common type of abandoned well is the shallow dug type. Abandoned wells can pose safety and environmental problems, and are required to be properly decommissioned as soon as possible. Closing down an old well is called decommissioning. This brochure discusses how to locate abandoned wells, what dangers they pose, and the process used in decommisioning one. (Also see abstract below) | |
| Publication Number | 96-br-097 | |
| Author(s) | Bruner, Marian | |
| Print Availability | ||
| Number of pages | 2 | |
| Keywords | abandoned well, construction, decommission, land development, land owner, safety, wells | |
| Related Web Content | Well Construction and Licensing | |
| Related Publications | Title | Relationship |
| Chapter 173-160 WAC, Minimum Standards For Construction And Maintenance Of Wells | related regulation | |
| Abstract | Long Description |
It is not uncommon in Washington state to find old wells which are no longer usable. These are called abandoned wells. The most common type of abandoned well is the shallow dug type. Abandoned wells can pose safety and environmental problems, and are required to be properly decommissioned as soon as possible. Closing down an old well is called decommissioning. This brochure discusses how to locate abandoned wells, what dangers they pose, and the process used in decommisioning one. There are several ways to decommission a well. The state has written minimum construction and decommissioning standards printed in chapter 173-160 WAC. |
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