What is the recommended minimum distance a mound should be located from a well?

The recommended minimum distance of 50 feet from a mound to a well is based on health and safety guidelines designed to protect the water quality of the well. This distance helps mitigate the risk of contaminants from the mound system leaching into the groundwater that supplies the well. The separation ensures that any effluent from the mound has sufficient time and distance to naturally filter through the soil before potentially reaching the well source. Ensuring this distance is crucial in preventing public health risks associated with drinking water contamination. Maintaining this distance not only conforms to regulatory requirements but also promotes sustainable environmental practices within the system design.