(a) The regulation of private wells is intended to prevent waste of water from artesian wells or any use which
in any way cause depletion or lowering of the head or reservoir, to the detriment or damage of other wells in the city, or harm to the public health and welfare.
(b) Any private well that is dug, drilled, operated or maintained in violation of any provision of this chapter, or of the permit issued for the well,
be a public nuisance and shall be abated immediately.
(Ord. 182, passed 6-10-1987)