
Data Categories:Water
Data Source:MN Dept. of Health
Update Fequency:As Needed
Date Acquired:9/6/2023
Data Available:Yes
Metadata Available:Yes
Tags:groundwater, wells
This data layer indicates the boundaries of Wellhead Protection Areas. It was developed by the Minnesota Department of Health. Wellhead Protection Areas are the surface and subsurface areas surrounding a public water supply well or well field in which contaminants are likely to flow towards the well or well field. They are managed to ensure a safe and reliable source of drinking water.