Idaho Administrative Code
Title IDAPA 58 - Environmental Quality, Department of
Rule 58.01.08 - IDAHO RULES FOR PUBLIC DRINKING WATER SYSTEMS
Section 58.01.08.512 - FACILITY AND DESIGN STANDARDS: WELL LOT
Current through August 31, 2023
A well lot shall be provided for wells constructed after November 1, 1977. The well lot shall be owned in fee simple by the supplier of water or controlled by lease or easement with a term of not less than the useful life of the well and be large enough to provide a minimum distance of fifty (50) feet between the well and the nearest property line. (3-24-22)
01. Use of Chemicals on the Well Lot. No pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers shall be applied to a well lot without prior approval from the Department. (3-24-22)
02. Storage of Hazardous Materials on the Well Lot. No pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, portable containers of petroleum products, or other materials known to be toxic or hazardous shall be stored on a well lot, except that: (3-24-22)
03. Location of Hydrants. Hydrants of the frost free type shall be placed in the buried piping system at a minimum of five (5) feet away from the well casing to prevent drain water from accumulating and compromising the grout seal surrounding the well casing. (3-24-22)
04. Parking Lots and Vehicle Storage. No public parking or vehicle storage shall be allowed on the well lot, except that operation/maintenance vehicles may be temporary parked on the well lot during the normal course of business. (3-24-22)