For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ABANDONED WELL.
Any well that may be driven, drilled or dug which is no longer in use.
AQUIFER.
A geologic formation, group of formations or part of formation capable of storing and yielding a significant amount of groundwater to wells or springs.
HAZARD OR POTENTIAL HAZARD TO AQUIFER.
Any chemical or material that may be harmful to the public health, safety, welfare or the environment.
WELL.
Includes any apparatus that is driven, dug or drilled that may penetrate the layers of the aquifer.
WELLHEAD PROTECTION.
Protecting the village's water system wells, distribution systems, and aquifer from any hazard or potential hazard that may penetrate protected layers of the aquifer.
(Ord. 46, passed 9-8-03)