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Well Rig Gets to LandJust enough clearance to get into the land. This is a utility gate not used as a regular entrance, as it allows entry from someone else's land (currently unoccupied). Was slated for removal, glad we kept it.dozer
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Drill Rig with Drilling ShaftsThe drilling rig. The shafts in the foreground are for drilling and attach to the trucks drill harness. dozer
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Drill Rig Set UpThe rig used to drill the hole with the shaft harness upright and in position. dozer
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Pump Used for Circulating Water During DrillingThis is the pump used for keeping water circulating during the drilling process. dozer
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Franklin PumpA view of the pump without the exterior housing. dozer
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Gas Melting StationHere is the rig they used to melt the PVC piping in place. dozer
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A Melted PVC JointThe PVC joints for the piping that brings the water up from the pump are melted into place. dozer
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Deep Water Pump AssemblyPreparing the Franklin deep water pump to be submerged. dozer
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Inner PVC Water LineThe inner PVC water line which is 1" is raised up and lowered into the lined bore hole with the pump on the other side. Note the rope attaches to the pump to aid in lowering it. dozer
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Lining the Bore HolePlacing a scored PVC pipe in the bore hole. dozer
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Cutting PVC for another TryThis was the first well attempt. The lower portion collapsed and was discarded under ground. dozer
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Lowing PVC into PlaceHere a grooved section is being lowered into place. dozer
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