PVC Thermoplastic Casing Study Group
The PVC (Thermoplastic Casing) Study Group is a stakeholder study group formed by DNR's Private Drinking Water section of the Drinking Water and Groundwater (DG) program. The group serves as a forum to provide information and feedback on the use of PVC casing for water wells, specifically:
- Identify applicable research
- Learn industry perspectives
- Identify questions and concerns about use of PVC casing in Wisconsin
- Assess surrounding states’ regulations
- Identify advantages and disadvantages of PVC casing
The goal of the study group is to provide the DG Program with constructive feedback on policy and technical issues and to work collaboratively with DNR staff to find workable solutions.
Meetings are open to the public.
Summary Document Complete
DNR staff have completed the summary document, which includes recommendations for changes to rule language for Ch. NR 812, Wis. Adm. Code. Read the summary report:
Emailed comments on the report may be sent to DNR NR 812 Public Comments.
Members
Members
PVC (Thermoplastic Casing) Study Group members represent professional well drillers and department staff.
- Bruce Walker, Wisconsin Well and Water Systems
- Jason Hintzke, Hintzke Well Drilling, Inc.
- David Beecroft, DMB Drilling Co. Inc.
- Mark Traut, Mark J Traut Wells
- Terry Farago, Farago Plumbing and Trenching, Inc.
- Al Smith, Bloyer Well and Pump Co. Inc.
- Jared Niewoehner, DNR
- Frank Fetter, DNR
- Steve Janowiak, DNR
- William Roberts, DNR
Past meetings
Past meetings
| Date & Time | Location | Information |
|---|---|---|
| Nov. 30, 2021 |
Held remotely via Zoom. |
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| Dec. 9, 2020 | Held remotely via Zoom |
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| July 22, 2020 | Held remotely via Zoom |
PVC (Thermoplastic Casing) Study Group |
| June 22, 2020 | Held remotely via Zoom |
PVC (Thermoplastic Casing) Study Group |
| March 2, 2020 | Wisconsin Rapids Wisconsin Rapids Satellite Center Hovde Conference Room 473 Griffith Ave. |
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Reference materials
Reference materials
- A Look at PVC Pipes’ Climb to the Top
- Mechanical Properties of PVC Well Screen and Casing
- The Effects of Sunlight Exposure on PVC Pipe and Conduit
- Selection of PVC Well Casing Based on Hydraulic Collapse Considerations
- Manual on the Selection and Installation of Thermoplastic Water Well Casing
- Important Design Considerations for the Use of PVC to Construct Large-Diameter Water Wells