Pennsylvania Code
Title 25 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Part I - Department of Environmental Protection
Subpart A - Preliminary Provisions
Article I - Administrative Provisions
Chapter 9 - ENVIRONMENTAL MASTER PLAN
Subchapter B - POLICIES FOR CRITICAL ENVIRONMENTAL AREAS
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES FOR AREAS WITH LIMITED WATER SUPPLY
Section 9.154 - Groundwater resources

(a) In many areas with limited water supply, groundwater is the main source of water supply. Excessive withdrawals may lead to groundwater mining and loss of surface flows. In addition, uncontrolled land use and development may cause pollution and create impervious cover preventing groundwater recharge.

(b) It shall be the environmental policy of the Commonwealth to protect and conserve groundwater resources by preventing pollution, protecting critical recharge areas, and discouraging overuse.