Saltwater Intrusion / Groundwater Management
Summary
Saltwater is seeping into Kent County’s groundwater, which supplies local drinking water and many wells. Fixing it means hard choices about how much water we pump and who pays—so if you drink or use well water here, this is your problem too.
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Impact analysis
Fixing saltwater intrusion could mean higher water bills or costly new treatment and supply options for local ratepayers and well owners.
Residents, businesses, and farmers who depend on clean groundwater benefit most from protecting the aquifer before saltwater spreads further.
Well owners, farmers, and developers could feel the pinch if groundwater rules limit pumping or raise costs.
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