What is a water supply well?
It is a well designed to obtain drinking water from a suitable underground aquifer. After drilling, the static and dynamic water level and recommended yield are measured.
A water supply well is an engineered system
Well quality depends on geology, the selected aquifer, filter interval, pumping test and documentation. AKVA-M treats the process as technical infrastructure.
When is a new well needed?
If an existing well produces sand, water quality has worsened, yield drops sharply or the old structure is no longer safe to repair, a new well should be evaluated.
Which documents are needed?
A land boundary plan and site-specific approvals are typically needed at the start. The exact list depends on the project and current regulations.
Interactive well section
Interactive well section
See how a water supply well passes through soil layers to an aquifer and why the filter interval matters.
Surface layer0-6 m
Sand and gravel6-38 m
Clay and isolating layers38-82 m
Dolomite or sandstone82-160 m
Deeper horizon160-245 m
Aquifer
Casing and filter interval
Selected layer
Dolomite or sandstone
Depth: 82-160 m
Often important water-bearing horizons. The filter interval must be placed precisely in the aquifer.
Services in one technical chain
From a new well to maintenance of an existing system, work is planned around geology, water demand and operating conditions.
Water supply wells
Drinking water wells for homes, settlements, towns and companies.
- Selection of a suitable aquifer
- Installation of the filter interval
- Pumping test and water level measurements
Well repair and cleaning
Pumping, flushing, diagnostics and repair of existing wells when the structure allows it.
- Yield checks with pumps and compressor
- Assessment of clogged filters and deposits
- Repair approach based on actual condition
Well abandonment / tamponage
Abandonment of unusable wells with technically correct sealing and filling.
- Pump removal if it is inside the well
- Cleaning and interval filling
- Work planned according to current requirements
Pump and pressure tank installation
Selection and installation of deep well pumps, pressure tanks and connections.
- Pump selection by levels and yield
- Pressure tank and connection installation
- Measurements when well data is missing
Wells for heat pumps
Deep well solutions for heat pump systems where land area is limited.
- Solutions with cooperation partners
- Two-well systems are typically evaluated
- A shared aquifer is important
Documents and permits
Support with well documentation and technical data preparation.
- Checking boundary plan and requirements
- Preparing data for well documentation
- TODO: verify current institution list
Work process
A clear sequence helps clients understand what happens before drilling, on site and after handover.
01
Consultation
We clarify the site, water demand, available data and desired timing.
02
Site and document review
We check which approvals, boundary plans or institution requirements apply to the project.
03
Drilling
The well is drilled at the selected location down to a suitable aquifer.
04
Filter and pumping
The filter interval is placed in water-bearing rock, then the well is pumped and measured.
05
Equipment
If needed, a deep well pump, pressure tank and connections are selected and installed.
06
Handover and recommendations
The client receives technical information and recommendations for well operation.
Real projects and equipment
Photos from the current AKVA-M gallery. Project locations and years should be added before publication.
Frequently asked questions
How deep can AKVA-M drill?
The URB 2.5A unit allows wells up to 200 m technically, while AKVA-M has completed projects up to 245 m in practice when needed.
Is a water supply well suitable for a private home?
Yes. AKVA-M installs water supply wells for private homes as well as larger facilities, settlements, towns and companies.
What does well yield mean?
Yield is the volume of water a well can provide over time. It is determined during pumping together with static and dynamic water levels.
When is an old well not worth repairing?
If the structure is heavily corroded, casing breaks are present or water quality cannot be restored, a new well should be evaluated.
Contact us about a water supply well in Latvia
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