Rhode Island General Laws > Chapter 46-13.2 – Drilling of Drinking Water Wells


§ 46-13.2-1	Definitions
§ 46-13.2-2	Purpose
§ 46-13.2-3	Regulations
§ 46-13.2-4	Registration and licensing of well drilling contractors and pump installers
§ 46-13.2-5	Record of wells
§ 46-13.2-6	Repealed
§ 46-13.2-7	Well constructed for farming or private use
§ 46-13.2-8	Repealed
§ 46-13.2-9	Existing and abandoned wells
§ 46-13.2-10	Repealed
§ 46-13.2-11	Duties and powers of department of health not affected
§ 46-13.2-12	Severability

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