1—1. Purpose and Scope The purpose of this manual is to serve as an introductory text on ground water usage and water well drilling operations. It is primarily intended for military personnel responsible for using ground water as a water source in the field, but it may also be used for guidance in drilling water wells in permanent military installations. Auxiliary uses of water well drilling equipment, such as providing geologic or soil data, are also covered. This manual may be used as a text for training personnel in ground water usage, water well drilling operations, and related uses of the associated equipment. The most important aspects of ground water, including its origin, occurrence, quality, and exploration, are covered in this manual.
DesignationFM 5-166
EditionJun 1975
StatusSuperseded
Pages196
FunctionEngineering
CollectionHistoric
Public domain (U.S. Government work)