Pumping Test Design, Performance & Data Analysis

After a well has been sited, and design and construction are complete, GGI will design a pumping test program for the completed well that will:

• Determine well efficiency and specific capacity

• Determine the long-term, sustainable well yield

• Identify aquifer boundaries (recharge or impermeable boundaries) that may influence sustainable yield

• Determine optimal pump setting

• Meet the operation requirements of applicable local and state regulations

A thorough hydrogeologic assessment and pumping test will determine if:

• Sufficient water is available to support full development/expansion of operations on the property

• The property has legitimate surface/groundwater water rights (were the water rights transferred/sold off property?)

• The wells, dams, ditches, or any other water delivery system on the property is capable of pumping/delivering the “wet water” that is available in the “paper water,” or water rights

• The water quality is suitable for the needs of the operation