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Water wells ... that last : a guide for private well owners in Alberta

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Private water well owners are responsible for managing and maintaining their water wells. This publication provides information for private well owners about how to properly manage water wells... More ≫

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Private water well owners are responsible for managing and maintaining their water wells. This publication provides information for private well owners about how to properly manage water wells which is key to protecting groundwater supplies. Topics include: groundwater basics, water system planning, water well construction, contamination risks, monitoring, maintenance, water well rehabilitation, shock chlorination, troubleshooting well problems, water well decommissioning, water treatment, groundwater management and water well licensing.

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Alberta water well survey : a report prepared for Alberta Environment

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The Alberta Water Well Survey was conducted to investigate the water well stewardship practices of private well owners in Alberta. The results of the survey will help determine how to best engage... More ≫

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The Alberta Water Well Survey was conducted to investigate the water well stewardship practices of private well owners in Alberta. The results of the survey will help determine how to best engage well owners in taking responsibility for proper well management. Approximately 400,000 to 450,000 Albertans rely upon privately-owned water wells for household needs.

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