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Wells

The Well Protection Program supports the Edwards Aquifer Authority’s (EAA’s) mission to effectively manage and protect the aquifer by accounting for all wells (operational and non-operational) and ensuring they are properly constructed and maintained. Wells in poor condition pose a significant risk of contamination to the aquifer. Through the program, EAA staff documents and inspects registered wells, looks out for unregistered wells and searches for abandoned wells.

Guide to Responsible Well Ownership

Well Water…
Well Protected

Responsibility starts with you.

Harmful substances can find their way into the Edwards Aquifer and our drinking supply through wells that are improperly constructed or maintained, neglected, abandoned, or located dangerously close to contamination sources.

However, with proper well construction, regular maintenance and water quality testing, you can help prevent harmful contaminants from entering the aquifer and, by doing so, protect the water we all share.

This publication will help aid on becoming a responsible well owner.