Planning a Commercial Water Well Project
Commercial water-well projects require careful evaluation of anticipated daily demand, peak flow, site conditions, drilling depth, casing design, pumping equipment and electrical requirements. Each factor can influence the construction process, long-term system performance and overall operational reliability.
This resource explains Trinity Water Solutions' drilling methods, casing and diameter capabilities, well-depth and production considerations, pump and control options, and post-drilling testing. Use it better understand the technical factors involved before beginning a commercial water-well project.
Project Capabilities
36
Years
Combined Field & Engineering
Experience
1,250
Feet
Deepest Texas Well
Completed
500
GPM
Highest Completed Well
Production
10
Inches
Largest Casing Installed
to Date
Commercial Water Well Questions
What drilling methods does Trinity Water Solutions use?
Trinity Water Solutions primarily uses air rotary and mud rotary drilling. Depending on subsurface conditions and project requirements, casing-advancement systems may also be used. Drilling capabilities also include geothermal and cathodic-protection wells. The appropriate drilling method is evaluated according to site geology, target depth, required diameter, borehole stability and the intended use of the well.
What sizes and types of well casing can be installed?
Casing requirements depend on the intended use, well design, geology and required production capacity. Typical domestic wells may use approximately 4 1/2-inch casing, while agricultural and commercial projects may require substantantially larger diameters. Trinity Water Solutions can evaluate projects requiring well diameters up to 16 inches. The largest casing installed to date is 10 inches.
What well depths and production capacities can Trinity Water Solutions support?
Trinity Water Solutions can evaluate projects approaching depths of 2,000 feet, depending on site conditions, equipment requirements and project specifications. The deepest Texas well completed to date is approxiately 1,250 feet. Well-production capacity is determined by the aquifer, well design and the client's operational needs. Trinity Water Solutions' highest completed production capacity to date is approximately 500 gallons per minute. Actual yield cannot be guaranteed and must be evaluated through drilling and production testing.
What pumps, motors and controls can be installed or serviced?
Trinity Water Solutions commonly works with Franklin Electric, Goulds and Grundfos pumps, along with other manufacturers selected according to project requirements. Systems may incorporate: ​ - Submersible pumps and motors - High-horsepower pumping equipment - Analog or digital controls - Variable-frequency drives - Remote monitoring and control - Equipment for deep and higher-voltage applications ​ Final equipment selection is based on well depth, flow requirements, pressure requirements, electrical service and the system's intended use.
What testing and evaluation services are available?
When requested, Trinity Water Solutions can coordinate pre-drilling appraisal services through qualified third-party specialists. After drilling, available evaluation services may include: ​ - Geophysical well logging - Production and pump testing - Aquifer-performance evaluation - System-demand evaluation - Documentation required for applicable project approvals ​ Testing recommendations depend on the well type, proposed use and regulatory requirements.
What permitting and regulatory requirements may apply?
Requirements depend on the project location, well type and intended use. Projects located within groundwater conservation district may be subject to that district's registration, spacing, drilling, production or operating requirements. Requirements should be confirmed with the applicable district before drilling begins. Public water-system projects may require plans and specifications to be prepared under the direction of a licensed professional engineer and reviewed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality before construction. For certain subdivison projects relying on groundwater, a municipality or county may require groundwater-availability certification under 30 TAC Chapter 230. Project owners should consult the applicable regulatory agencies and qualified professionals to determine specific requirements.
What information is needed to evaluate a commercial project?
The most important information is the system's anticipated water demand. Whenever possible, clients should provide: ​ - Estimate total gallons require per day - Peak demand in gallons per minute - Property and project location - Intended use of the water - Number and type of building, users or operations served - Irrigation or process-water requirements - Planned future expansion - Existing plans, engineering documents or specifications - Desired project schedule ​ When complete demand information is unavailable, Trinity Water Solutions can work with the client and appropriate engineering professionals to help determine the next step. Public water-system proects are typically more complex and may require coordination with licensed engineering firm.
Ready To Discuss Your Water Requirements?
Every successful commercial water-well project begins with a clear understanding of site conditions, anticipated daily demand, peak flow requirements and long-term operational needs. Share you project location, intended use, required capacity and timeline with Trinity Water Solutions. Our team will review the information and help determine the appropriate next step.