§ 13.10

A.

All IDWs providing drinking water must be tested for the purpose of achieving a minimum level of water production capability.

B.

Water production testing shall be performed under the direct supervision of a California licensed C-57 well driller, C-61 pump contractor, D-21 pump contractor or a certified hydrogeologist. Said testing shall include the following requirements:

Water production shall be kept at a constant rate of no less than one gallon per minute per single family dwelling for a minimum of four hours. Higher production rates may be required based upon the proposed water usage and as determined by the department. This level of production applies to new water wells used for domestic purposes and existing water sources on property being improved. The well shall not pump dry during the test.

Water discharged from the water well during the production test shall be restricted so that it does not re- enter the water well that is the subject of the test.

(Ord. No. 682.6, § 16, 8-17-2021)