Well Construction Material Selection Criteria and Recent Revolutionary Improvements to Fit Site and Operational Conditions

Presented on Tuesday, December 9, 2014

The selection of materials used in water well construction should be based on site-specific factors and can have a significant impact on the complete life-cycle cost of the well (asset). This workshop will review basic well design, the various factors impacting the selection of well materials, and how to use both traditional and nontraditional materials and/or construction modifications that can facilitate the long-term operation and maintenance of the well. The workshop will cover how site groundwater chemistry, geology, and biology should affect material selection as well as the mechanical challenges of construction, corrosion effects, and well rehabilitation. The proper testing and evaluation protocols for these factors will be addressed. The presentation will discuss positive and negative impacts and provide some guidance points based on current available information.

Presenters:
Roger Miller
Water Systems Engineering Inc., Ottawa, KS
Mr. Miller holds degrees in Chemistry and Biology from the University of Central Missouri and serves as a technical consultant for Water Systems Engineering, Inc. Roger has over 35 years of experience in multiple areas of the water industry. His work has involved research & development, project oversight and technical training for source water supplies to finished water transmission and storage. Roger has served on numerous committees within national, state and local water organizations and has published articles in AWWA OpFlow and NGWA Water Well Journal. Roger has participated as a national speaker for American Water Works Association, National Ground Water Association, National Rural Water Association and American Chemical Society.

Martha Silks, P.G.
Leggette, Brashears and Graham, Kansas City, MO
Martha Silks is a hydrogeologist and a Senior Associate with LBG. She has designed several inclined wells and radial collector wells.

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