What are prohibited uses within the Casper Aquifer?

The following are some of the prohibited uses within the Aquifer Protection Overlay:

  • Underground storage or transmission of oil or petroleum
  • Discharge to ground water of any waste product
  • Storage, treatment, or disposal of hazardous waste
  • Pest control services which involve storage, mixing, or loading of pesticides or other hazardous materials
  • Salvage operations of metal or vehicle parts
  • Water wells which are not cased at least to the top of the production zone

For a complete list, please see the Albany County Zoning Resolution (PDF).

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1. What is the Casper Aquifer Protection Plan?
2. Where can I find more information on the Casper Aquifer and the Casper Aquifer Protection Area Map?
3. What are prohibited uses within the Casper Aquifer?
4. Can I build in the Casper Aquifer Protection Area?