The Groundwater Well Assistance Program (GWAP) was created in 2018 to support well owners facing water-level declines below their pumps due to regional groundwater pumping or production. The program conducts annual assessments to identify high-priority wells in need (GWAP Annual Needs Assessment) and offers both technical and financial assistance. Corrective actions may include lowering pumps, modifying well construction, or drilling new wells.

Policies & Eligibility

Policies and eligibility are outlined in the guidance document linked below, which explains who qualifies for assistance, how the program works, and what types of corrective actions may be available for wells impacted by declining groundwater levels. Well owners can use this guide to understand eligibility requirements and the process for requesting assistance.

GWAP Policies & EligibilityApplication for Assistance

 

Driller's Guidance Document

This document is intended to guide the design and construction of new wells so they meet the Groundwater Well Assistance Program's eligibility requirements. 

Driller's Guidance Document

 

GWAP Annual Needs Assessment (GANA)

This report identifies eligible wells where water levels are likely to decline below the pump setting within the next 10 years. The purpose is to help forecast the financial and technical requirements necessary to continue providing well owner assistance.

2025 GWAP Annual Needs Assessment

 

 

Contact

Gregory Perry
Water Resources Specialist
gperry@posgcd.org