25-128-49

Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies


Sec. 25-128-49. Well head completion and equipment

The completion of the well head and the equipment used shall be as follows:

(a) The top of the casing shall be cut off reasonably smooth and level.

(b) In the event the well head is enclosed, the enclosure shall be adequately drained. In the event a well pit is used, it shall be drained in the manner provided by Section 19-13-B51 of the Public Health Code.

(c) All water piping shall be protected against freezing.

(d) The well shall be equipped with a tightly fixed vented cap or a sanitary seal with an access port for ventilation. The access port shall have a minimum, inside diameter of one quarter (1/4) inch. It shall be installed and maintained in such a manner as to prevent the entrance of water, dust, insects, or other foreign material, and to permit ready access for the purpose of water level measurement.

(Effective May 21, 1993)