Old wells are dangerous to people and animals and may be a direct conduit for pollutants to enter the water supply. Cost-share funds are available to help with the proper closure and sealing of wells that are no longer in use.
Up to 75% of the cost of the closure may be reimbursed (maximum $500 for drilled wells or $700 for hand-dug wells). Closures must be completed per State regulations and by a licensed well contractor.
Approval is required before closure, which must be completed within 90 days. Funds may not be used for removal of exposed or buried pipes, tanks, pumps, towers, well houses, or other apparatus.
An aerial image of the mile section marked with an X at where the well to be decommissioned is located is required and can be obtained from any online imagery provider or from your County Assessor’s website.
