OAR 690-200-0027: Restrictions on Water Supply Well Construction and Use in Critical Groundwater Areas or Areas Withdrawn by Commission Order

(1) The use of ground water is restricted in Critical Ground Water Areas or Withdrawal Areas established by Commission Order, under ORS 537.735 and 536.410. Before constructing a water supply well, the constructor shall determine whether the proposed well site is within a Critical Ground Water or Withdrawal Area. (Refer to Figure 200-1.) (2) If the water supply well is within a Critical Ground Water or Withdrawal Area, the constructor shall contact the watermaster for the county where the water supply well is to be constructed for more information. (Refer to Table 200-2.) (3) Construction of water supply wells in violation of a critical ground water or withdrawal order are subject to enforcement action as described in OAR 690, division 225. [ED. NOTE: To view attachments referenced in rule text, click here to view rule.]