Wellhead Protection

Wellhead Protection

As a part of the City's commitment to protect local groundwater and drinking water sources we have implemented a Wellhead Protection (WHP) Plan. The goal of the plan is to identify and manage potential sources of contamination in areas that supply water to the City's wells.

There are many effective ways you can help protect our drinking water resources.

• View Excelsior's Drinking Water Supply Management Area (PDF)
• Check for old wells on your property Abandoned and unsealed Wells. See Abandoned or Unsealed Wells.
• Do you have a well on your property? Well Management can help you prevent contaminating your well. View Well brochure (PDF).
• Our surface water and drinking water are interconnected. Learn how to keep them both clean.
• Learn best management practices for your lawn to help prevent contamination from reaching our drinking water. View Lawn Care brochure (PDF).
• Looking for more information on how the City developed their wellhead protection plan? View Final Excelsior WHP Plan part 2 (PDF).