One of my favorite quotes in the groundwater industry is, “Creating a water well is as much art as it is science.” The genius of that saying? Many pieces of great art and the most significant scientific discoveries came through collaboration. Creating a water well is no different.
Pathways to completion require the artist — that is, “the driller” — and scientists to work together. When they reach the right balance of art and science through collaboration, success follows. However, sometimes that collaboration requires a road map. For many, including me, that guide is “Groundwater & Wells” from Johnson Screens. I have seen copies of this book on drilling projects around the world. Many industry colleagues love to brag that they own all three editions. “Groundwater & Wells” embraces the collaborative spirit by compiling industry best practices with opinions on creating productive, long-lasting water wells.