Only pump tests conducted by the well owner, a full-time employee of the well owner who routinely works with and is familiar with wells and pumps, or a qualified individual authorized by the well owner shall be accepted by the Director. Individuals in the following groups will be considered qualified and authorized provided they have significant experience conducting pump tests:

1. (1) Oregon licensed water well constructors.
2. (2) Oregon registered professional geologists or certified engineering geologists.
3. (3) Certified water rights examiners.
4. (4) Oregon registered professional engineers.
5. (5) Individuals whose primary occupation involves, wholly or in significant part, pump installation, service or testing.

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 537

History

WRD 25-1988, f. & cert. ef. 12-20-88