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There are 12 modules in this resource, many with worksheets you can complete. Each module can be printed from the PDF file version which provides a workbook format. The same material is also presented in HTML format to allow you to quickly search the material for infomation and links to other sites that deal with the same topics.
| All references to volumes or flow rate are in Imperial measurements unless otherwise specified. |
Module 1 Understanding Groundwater
Groundwater is very vulnerable to overuse and misuse. With the information in this module, you will better understand the complexities of groundwater and can use and protect the groundwater on your land so that future generations can depend on the resource. You’ll also look at factors that affect the quantity and quality of groundwater.
Module 2 Planning Your Water System
Use this module to assess whether your water source can meet your needs. You will learn how to plan a water system designed to meet your needs today and in the future. Worksheets allow you to calculate daily and annual water requirements and take a farm water supply inventory.
Module 3 Design and Construction of Water Wells
Although you need to hire a drilling contractor to design and construct your well and choose suitable materials, it is important that you know the process. You’ll look at choosing a suitable well site, design and completion.
Module 4 Water Well Drilling Agreements
This module gives an example of items that you and the drilling contractor should discuss and agree to before starting any water well drilling.
Module 5 Monitoring Your Water Well
An effective monitoring program will identify changes in water levels and water quality. This module outlines how to measure water levels and water quality on an ongoing basis. A water well monitoring worksheet is included.
Module 6 Shock Chlorination - Well Maintenance
This module outlines the importance of well maintenance. Shock chlorination is used to control bacteria in water wells. Uncontrolled, bacteria can cause reduced well yield, restricted water flow, staining, odors and plugging of water treatment equipment. This module outlines a procedure you can do yourself to shock chlorinate your well.
Module 7 Troubleshooting Water Well Problems
There are many causes of water well problems. This module outlines some of the more basic causes and provides a troubleshooting guide. The troubleshooting guide identifies four symptoms — reduced well yield, sediment in the water, change in water quality and spurting household taps — and explains what to check for and how to correct the problem.
Module 8 Protecting Your Well From Contamination
Once a well is contaminated, it is difficult to remove the contaminant from the well. This module aims at preventing contamination from poor construction techniques, old wells, well pits, farm water hydrants, poor sewage systems, seismic shot holes, over-application of manure, fuel tanks and pesticides.
Module 9 Plugging Abandoned Wells
Abandoned wells are a threat to groundwater quality and a safety hazard for children and animals. This module outlines nine steps to plugging a well. Some steps you can do yourself and others you may want to hire a drilling contractor to complete.
Module 10 Groundwater Management
This module outlines how the province is protecting groundwater from overuse or contamination. It also covers groundwater licensing and its objectives. Under this area, there are strategies that deal with inventory, allocation, protection and conservation.
Module 11 Contacts for More Information
This module provides a list of agencies and people who can help you with your rural water needs and problems.
Order Information
For residents of Alberta, Canada
To obtain a copy of "Water Wells That Last For Generations" contact:
Alberta Agriculture Food and Rural Development
Publications Office
7000 113 St
Edmonton AB T6H 5T6
Phone: 1-800-292-5697
Fax: (780) 422-8835
or contact your closest
Prairie Farm Rehabilitation Administration Office (PFRA)
or Alberta Environment
Information Centre
Main Floor, Oxbridge Place
9820 - 106 Street
Edmonton, Alberta T5K 2J6
Phone: (780)427-2700
Fax: (780)422-4086
For residents outside of Alberta, Canada , contact
Prairie Farm Rehabilitation Administration Office (PFRA)
Room 945, Canada Place
9700 Jasper Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta
T5J 4C3
Phone: (780)495-3307
Fax: (780)495-4504
There are 12 modules in this resource, many with worksheets you can complete. Each module can be printed from the PDF file version which provides a workbook format. The same material is also presented in HTML format to allow you to quickly search the material for infomation and links to other sites that deal with the same topics.
| All references to volumes or flow rate are in Imperial measurements unless otherwise specified. |
This information may not be reproduced without the permission of
Alberta Agriculture, Food & Rural Development - Home Study Program,
7000-113 St, Edmonton, AB T6H 5T6
The groundwater use information provided in this publication was written from a Canadian prairie perspective, specifically focusing on the resources available and legislation within the Province of Alberta as of August, 2000.
For more information on local conditions, people from other jurisdictions should contact appropriate agencies and water well experts in their area. |
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