New York Codes, Rules and Regulations
Title 10 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Chapter - APPENDICES
Appendix 5-D
Section 5-D.3 - Water Well Construction

Universal Citation: 5-D.3 NY Comp Codes Rules and Regs ยง 5-D.3

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 12, March 20, 2024

(a) A well shall be constructed to preclude and prevent entry of all known sources of contamination into the well to the extent reasonably achievable. Where the only viable source of water supply available is contaminated and alternative water sources have been considered, the local health department having jurisdiction may allow construction and use of a well in contaminated ground water with such additional measures (e.g., treatment and monitoring) as needed to ensure provision of potable water.

(b) Well casing shall extend a minimum of 18 inches above finished grade. If a well is located in a well house, the floor of the well house shall be at least six inches above grade and the permanent casing shall extend at least twelve inches above the floor.

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