Well Site Selection
Can You Drill a Water Well Anywhere on Your Property?
Boylan Water Well & Supply | Water Well Education No. Owning the land does not mean you can drill a water well at any point you choose. In New Mexico, a proposed well has to fit the applicable permit and state rules, clear required setbacks from other wells and potential contamination sources, and be physically…
Read MoreWhere Should a New Water Well Be Located in New Mexico?
The best location for a new water well in New Mexico is a site that first clears applicable legal and contamination setbacks, then makes sense for groundwater conditions, drilling access, future maintenance and the complete water-delivery system. The most convenient spot – or the spot closest to the house – is not automatically the best…
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