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Planning for Future Well Sites as Part of Wellhead Protection
Planning ahead for new wells is an important part of maintaining a reliable and protected drinking water supply. This presentation will cover when to start planning for a new well, what makes an ideal well site, and the key factors to consider when selecting potential locations. We’ll review how well sites are identified, common challenges that may arise, and how to incorporate new wells into an existing Wellhead Protection Program. Practical recommendations will be shared to help community water supplies plan ahead and protect their source water for the future.
This webinar is approved for 0.1 continuing education credits (CEC) in the technical category for drinking water operators.
Virtual
Start: December 11, 2025 1:00 PM
End: December 11, 2025 2:00 PM
Planning ahead for new wells is an important part of maintaining a reliable and protected drinking water supply. This presentation will cover when to start planning for a new well, what makes an ideal well site, and the key factors to consider when selecting potential locations. We’ll review how well sites are identified, common challenges that may arise, and how to incorporate new wells into an existing Wellhead Protection Program. Practical recommendations will be shared to help community water supplies plan ahead and protect their source water for the future.
This webinar is approved for 0.1 continuing education credits (CEC) in the technical category for drinking water operators.