At the time of removal of a pump, the casing shall be provided with an adequate cap at the surface and shall be maintained so that it will not be a hazard to health or safety until such time that the abandoned well is properly sealed from the bottom to the top. It is unlawful to use an abandoned well for the disposal of any waste material. If, after thirty days, the owner of the well has not declared the well for proposed reuse pursuant to Section 13.24.400, then the well shall be destroyed (sealed) pursuant to Section 13.24.290. If an abandoned well is found by the Director to be a hazard, that by its continued existence causes significant damage to the groundwater or to the health, safety, or welfare of the people of this City, the Director shall direct the owner to destroy (seal) the well within a stated period of time.
(Ord. 3475, 1-22-75)