Section 370. Control of naturally flowing wells

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The owner of any well that naturally flows, in any portion of the Commonwealth, shall either:

1. Permanently abandon the well in accordance with the Virginia Department of Health's Private Well Construction Regulations; or

2. Equip the well with valves that will completely stop the flow of groundwater when it is not being applied to a beneficial use.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR680-13-07 § 8.2, eff. September 22, 1993; amended, Volume 30, Issue 05, eff. January 1, 2014.

Statutory Authority

§ 62.1-256 of the Code of Virginia.

                    
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