As used in this part, the following definitions apply:
- (1) "Aquifer" means a water-bearing, subsurface formation capable of yielding sufficient quantities of water to a well for a beneficial use.
- (2) "Ground water assessment steering committee" means the committee established by 2-15-1523.
- (3) "Ground water characterization program" means a program to systematically assess and document the hydrogeology and quality of the state's major aquifers.
- (4) "Ground water characterization study" means the assessment of individual aquifers in specific areas within the state.
- (5) "Ground water monitoring program" means a program to produce and maintain a long-term record of ground water chemistry and water level changes, based on information collected from a statewide network of observation wells.
History: En. Sec. 3, Ch. 769, L. 1991.