The Field Guide to Water Wells and Boreholes

Download or read book The Field Guide to Water Wells and Boreholes written by Lewis Clark and published by Open University Press. This book was released on 1988-06-28 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This field handbook offers a practical introduction to the design and construction of boreholes and wells for practicing professionals involved in planning and implementing water drilling projects. Readers are led step by step from the design stages of a project, through the choice of appropriate construction materials and drilling processes, to the procedures for sampling and well logging. Factors affecting performance are also discussed, as well as requirements for successful well development, testing and maintenance. Written in a clear, straightforward style, the guide is filled with sound advice, diagrams and examples.