The US Geological Survey (USGS) continuously monitors the levels of groundwater around the country with more than 1,500 stations. Indiana has over 40 stations, two in Marion County. The first station, known as Station Marion County 35, is located downtown, near the Indiana War Memorial and the Veteran’s Memorial Plaza at the intersection of Meridian […]
Private Wells in Marion County
Drinking water resources and information for landowners with private wells who are not connected to the public supply.
Groundwater Quality in the Glacial Aquifer System
Groundwater quality results in Indiana from the USGS 2017 Glacial Aquifer System Report.
Glacial Aquifer Groundwater Availability Study
Groundwater availability is an important issue worldwide and throughout the United States. The US Geological Survey (USGS) within the Department of Interior is tasked with studying groundwater in the United States and in 2017 produced a comprehensive report.
IDEM Groundwater Contamination Site 0135 in the Riverside Wellfield
Indianapolis contains many sites where historical activities such as operation as a fueling station, dry cleaner, or factory have caused environmental contamination of soil, groundwater, or air with chemicals. One significant large-scale site is located in Marion County’s Riverside wellfield and is called Site 0135.
2017 Groundwater Foundation Conference Summary
Members of the Marion County Wellfield Education Corporation attended and presented at the 2017 Groundwater Foundation Conference in Boise, Idaho in October along with other groundwater advocates from around the country.
