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Water Well Contractor
License Description Water Well Contractors plan locations for, and contract to, drill wells with portable drilling rigs. They must insure that the wells are located on sites that provide good surface drainage to prevent the possibility of contamination. After drilling, they must install an outside water-tight casing to such a depth as may be necessary to exclude the entrance of undesirable contamination. They must also install a surface protection to prevent contamination by drainage. Requirements: 1) Must be at least 18 years of age. 2) Must have a completed application on file. 3) Must have all fees paid. 4) Must have an Arkansas Water Well Contractor's Bond of at least $20,000. 5) Must obtain 6 credits of continuing education per year. Drill and Pump fees: $350.00 (Renewable annually), Pump only: $175.00 (Renewable annually), Drill only: $175.00 (Renewable annually), Rig Permits: $145.00/permit (Renewable annually)
Licensing Agency
Arkansas Department of Agriculture
State of Arkansas Water Well Construction Commission
10421 W. Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 682 3900
jackie.broach@arkansas.gov
Active Status Active
Active Military/Veterans A temporary license is available to military and spouses until formal license approval
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record No criminal record prohibitions
Education No educational requirements
Exam No exam required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 06/28/2022
Physical Requirements No physical requirements
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