Abandoned wells are ground water hazards as well as a safety hazard. Funds are available through a state grant, which will pay up to $300 for your materials per well, if you decide to plug the well yourself. The Sanitarian needs to be present as the designated county agent. If you hire someone to do the work, they must be a current certified well contractor in the State of Iowa. In this case the grant becomes a cost-share and will pay the first $300 of your invoice.

1. Read the informational materials.
   Plugging an Abandoned Well (1.3 MB)
2. Find the depth of your well by finding well records or tying a weight to tape measure.
3. Calculate and buy your materials but keep your receipts.
   Plugging a Well Materials List (44 KB)
4. Remove the top 4 feet of concrete, etc. per the material list.
5. Call 641-858-5058 or e-mail the Sanitarian when you’re ready to do the work.
6. Plug the well.
7. Submit paperwork to get reimbursed.