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Water Well Projects

Water wells are classified according to the method used to construct them. There are four common types: dug, bored, driven and drilled. Dug, bored and driven wells are installed below the water table in soil, and are rarely deeper than 50 feet. Drilled wells typically are installed into solid rock under soil, and can reach depths as great as 1000 feet or more.

Water is essential for each and with five ways it changes everything Start with access to clean water and it is amazing what happens next.

    • Water is health for mothers, children, and babies.
    • Water is livelihoods for people give them the time and resources to find jobs, learn new skills and run successful businesses.
    • Water is time for school-age children and mothers because it was burden of collecting water. A few steps from the nearest tap, that time is freed up now.
    • Water is education for the students. They study more and spend time in the classroom. They no longer have to collect water every day.
    • Water is life

Basic Types of Water Wells

  • Dug Wells
  • Bored Wells
  • Driven Wells
  • Drilled Wells