Water Well Program
Announcements
- As of 9/4/2024, the Executive Orders N-7-22 & N-3-23 are no longer in effect.
New Permitting Requirements – Upper San Luis Rey Valley Groundwater Basin
New Permitting Requirements - Borrego Springs Subbasin
General Information
Water Wells are commonly used as the only potable water supply in the rural areas of San Diego County. The Land and Water Quality Division regulates the design, construction, modification, and destruction of water wells throughout San Diego County to protect San Diego County's groundwater resources. The installation or modification of wells within San Diego County requires owners to obtain a permit and adhere to well standards identified below. For general information call the Department of Environmental Health and Quality (DEHQ) Office in San Diego at (858) 505-6688.
Water Well Frequently Asked Questions
Inactive Wells - Intent of Use Declaration Form
To Contact The Well Program Duty Desk:
(858) 505-6688
Guidelines/Policies
Private Well Water Quality Sampling Guidance
California Water Well Standards: Bulletins 74-81 & 74-90
Chapter 4 - Wells, San Diego County Code of Regulatory Ordinance
Other Resources:
Environmental Health Document Library
California Department of Water Resources
Tools for Dry Well Susceptibility and Reporting
The Private Well Class: Website with resources for well owners including a course, webinars, and a resource library.
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