What is a Class V well?
A Class V well is a means through which fluids are discharged into the subsurface. It is a bored, drilled, driven shaft, or dug hole that is deeper than wide at its widest surface dimension; an improved sinkhole; or a subsurface fluid distribution system (such as a leach field). They can be complex, such as geothermal energy recovery wells, but may also be a simple construction, such as french drains, dry wells, or septic systems. Answer the questions on Identifying a Class V well to help determine whether or not you have a Class V Shallow Disposal System/Well. Other types of Class V wells (PDF Info) Septic Systems as Class V wells(PDF 1M, 4 pages) Although, the EPA does not regulate individual residential septic systems, a large number of septic systems can be regulated as Class V wells. Storm Water Drains as Class V wells(PDF 797 K, 2 pages) In Region 8, the UIC Class V program in North Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming is run by the state. In Colorado, Montana, and South Dakota, the UIC Cla
