Drilling & Well Operation FAQs

Drilling & Well Operation FAQs

My neighbor and I joined our contiguous acreage and created a Groundwater Production Unit, but I farm the land. I would like to drill a test hole. Does my neighbor have to sign the permit?

Yes. If you intend to drill on your neighbor’s property, [...]

North Plains GCD Admin2026-08-02T19:34:39-05:00Drilling & Well Operation FAQs|

My brother and I each own an undivided interest in the groundwater rights of our property. He is out of town, but since I own an interest can I sign for him to obtain a permit or other documentation?

That depends. You can only sign for your brother if [...]

North Plains GCD Admin2026-08-02T19:34:21-05:00Drilling & Well Operation FAQs|

Are my well permit fees or test hole permit fees refundable?

No, unfortunately well and test hole permit fees are nonrefundable.

North Plains GCD Admin2026-08-02T19:34:05-05:00Drilling & Well Operation FAQs|

May I drill a well or test hole before my permit is approved by the North Plains Groundwater Conservation District?

No. Drilling without an approved permit is a Class One [...]

North Plains GCD Admin2026-08-09T11:00:18-05:00Drilling & Well Operation FAQs|