Drinking water and human health
Although mostly unseen, ground water plays a critical role in Washington’s economic and environmental future. Ground water – that is, water under the ground -- is the source of drinking water for over 60 percent of Washington residents. It is used to irrigate over 385,000 acres in our state, supporting thousands of jobs and a large part of the state’s economy. It is the primary source of water for hundreds of commercial and industrial needs that use over 138 million gallons of water each day. It is also expected to provide the majority of drinking water for the millions of new Washington residents predicted to live here in the next several decades.
From The Washington State Department of Ecology Water Resources Program 2006-2007 Annual Report, #07-11-036
Public education, wellhead protection programs, conservation measures, and development of research-based materials by the Washington State University, county and state health departments, and other state agencies have been successful in protecting drinking water supplies and raising awareness.
Links
Drinking Water Well -
Self-risk assessment
Water Systems Council - Well information for homeowners
Spokane Valley - Rathdrum Prairie Aquifer drinking water
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