Urban Runoff: Model Ordinances for Source Water Protection
The source water protection ordinances are divided into two separate categories: a source water (groundwater) protection category and a surface water (reservoir) protection category. The language for each of the models is borrowed from a number of ordinances and communities will need to assess what the appropriate requirements are for their area.
- Example Ordinance for Creating a Wellhead Protection Area District (Oregon) This site lists a model ordinance that is a helpful tool for local governments. It includes sections on definitions, enforcement actions, and zones within the wellhead protection area.