Name
Detecting and Addressing Abandoned Wells in Sensitive Environments
Date & Time
Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 9:05 AM - 9:25 AM
Chris Bonds, PG, CHg
Description

This session will explore the use of a drone-magnetometry system to accurately locate abandoned and buried test holes and wells in sensitive, partially flooded environments to support tidal habitat restoration efforts in the California Delta. Discussions will cover the challenges of identifying and addressing legacy wells in ecologically fragile areas, potential safety concerns, and key lessons learned from the planning and surveying process and workflow.