40B-3.521. Well Seals  


Effective on Tuesday, October 18, 2022
  • 1(1) Temporary Well Seals. Whenever there is a temporary interruption in work on the well or when pumping equipment is removed from the well, the upper well terminus shall be sealed as set forth in subsection 3762-532.500(4), 38F.A.C.

    39(2) Permanent Well Seals. The upper well terminus shall include a watertight seal to prevent movement of surface water and contaminants into the well. Pumping equipment and any necessary piping or electrical connections installed within the casing shall be installed through a well seal in such a manner so as to assure that such connections are watertight and prevent the introduction of surface waters or contaminants into the well. An unobstructed inspection port equipped with a removable plug shall be provided and be accessible at the wellhead.

    126Rulemaking Authority 128373.044, 129373.171, 130373.309, 131373.323(8), 132373.324(4), 133373.333(1), 134373.337 FS. 136Law Implemented 138373.306, 139373.308, 140373.309, 141373.113 FS. 143History–New 7-1-85, Amended 4-4-91, 6-22-99, 10-18-22.