dry well
The term "dry well" can refer to structures used in water management or the oil and gas industry, each with distinct purposes.
Definition
B2Stormwater Management
(technical, construction)An underground pit filled with gravel or rock designed to capture and infiltrate excess water into the ground, preventing surface pooling and aiding groundwater recharge.
Example
- The dry well was installed to manage stormwater runoff in the backyard.
B2Oil and Gas Industry
(technical)A drilled well that fails to produce oil or gas in quantities sufficient for commercial extraction.
Example
- After drilling, the site was declared a dry well and subsequently abandoned.
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