Louisiana Administrative Code
Title 56 - PUBLIC WORKS
Part I - Water Wells
Chapter 3 - Water Well Construction
Section I-307 - Licensing Requirements

Universal Citation: LA Admin Code I-307

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 9, September 20, 2024

A. The following wells and holes shall be drilled or constructed by a licensed contractor (driller) who is duly licensed by the department in accordance with the rules and regulations stated in LAC 46:LXXXIX:

1. all water wells, regardless of use or type;

2. monitoring wells;

3. heat pump wells and holes;

4. geotechnical boreholes;

5. test holes and pilot holes.

B. Additionally, reworking of water wells, as well as plugging and abandoning wells and holes, excluding oil and gas wells, shall also be undertaken by a licensed contractor.

C. Drillers operating in the state of Louisiana should, as a best management practice, carry minimum coverage for liability insurance for drilling operations engaged by their company.

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 38:3091-R.S. 38:309.8.

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