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Appendix C
Petitioners Guidance
SOURCES OF TECHNICAL INFORMATION
| SOURCE | TYPE OF INFORMATION |
|---|---|
| United States Geological Survey (USGS) | Hydrogeological information regarding aquifers, recharge and streamflow source areas |
| State Geological Survey or Water Resources Agency | Hydrogeological information regarding aquifers, recharge and streamflow source areas |
| Soil Conservation Service or University Extension Service | Soil information |
| State environmental agency | Incidence of aquifer contamination, aquifer maps |
| State and local health departments | Estimate of the number of private wells within the area, as issued by permit |
| Local or regional planning agency | Clean Water Act, Section 208 reports on water quality, census data, topographic information, geologic information |
| Local water authority | Estimate of the number of people using public water supplies. |
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1. Introduction
Chapter 2. Overview of Petition Processing
Chapter 3. Phase I - Petition Preparation
Chapter 4. Phase II - Initial Petition Review / Determination of Completeness
Chapter 5. Phase III - Detailed Review / Technical Verification
Chapter 6. Phase IV - Designation Determination
APPENDICES
A. Sole Source Aquifer Definitions
B. Sole Source Fact Sheet
C. Sources of Technical Information
D. EPA Regional Contacts
E. Completeness Determination Checklist
F. Statements of Meaning--Minimum Set of Data Elements for Wells
G. Section 1424(e) Safe Drinking Water Act