Wells not used for 90 days or more must be properly closed or decommissioned in order to protect groundwater from contaminants. If a well is an old dug well with a large opening it’s also a safety hazard for people and animals. The requirement is per Wisconsin Administrative Code NR 812.
Close old wells, manure pits
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By state law old wells must be properly decommissioned to safeguard groundwater.
If a manure pit on a farm ceases operations, or if manure isn't added or removed for 24 months, it needs to be properly abandoned to prevent contamination of ground and surface waters.
An abandoned well can be a safety hazard to people and livestock.
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