Well flow testing in Oregon

A flow test measures what the well produces on the day of the test: gallons per minute, how far the water level drops while the pump runs, and how fast it recovers. It is a snapshot of the well on that day.

Flow Test: go with the flow

What is measured

Static water level

Before pumping, in feet.

Pump rate

In gallons per minute.

Drawdown

While pumping.

Recovery

After the pump stops.

What you get

A written report you can hand to a buyer, seller or lender.

What’s in our report

  • Gallons per minute, drawdown and recovery
  • Estimated yearly cost to run the pump
  • Pump amps compared to the pump’s rating
  • Voltage at the pump
  • Watts and kWh used during the test
  • A full equipment inspection, with the findings in the report. See what we inspect.

A flow rate tells you about the well. These readings tell you about the pump and what it costs to own. (Show the four meter lines above once the meter is in use.)

If the pump isn’t running

We offer troubleshooting, service and repair as needed. We also offer generator service and temporary pump sets if necessary.

Ground level Static water level Drawdown Static level Pump Drawdown vs. time Pumping Pump off: recovery Illustration of a typical test shape, not measured data
feet below groundstaticpumpingdrawdownrecoverytimeIllustration of a test, not measured data.

Know your well

Gallons per minute, drawdown and recovery, in one report.

Flow Test Inc. Oregon CCB #235010. Oregon BCD #PP15 · (503) 877-4403
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