Groundwater source protection zones

Groundwater provides a third of our drinking water in England and Wales, and it also maintains the flow in many of our rivers. In some areas of Southern England, groundwater supplies up to 80% of the drinking water that you get through your taps. It is crucial that we look after these sources and ensure that your water is completely safe to drink.

The Environment Agency have defined Source Protection Zones (SPZs) for 2000 groundwater sources such as wells, boreholes and springs used for public drinking water supply. These zones show the risk of contamination from any activities that might cause pollution in the area. The closer the activity, the greater the risk. A large part of Witley is in a Groundwater Source Protection Zone

The Witley Dump is just outside the protection zone. Those of you who know the area well, will recognize from the map below that the zone perimeter crosses the entrance to the Dump, but the dump itself is excluded.


Source : Environment Agency

You can find out more by visiting the EA site below and inputting your post code.

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