What are Well Points?
Well points are small-diameter wells connected to a pump system that lower groundwater levels and control seepage. They allow shoreline stabilization, excavation, and construction to occur in dry conditions — critical for successful installation of Geotubes, vinyl sheet piling, and other shoreline protection systems.
At ShoreWorks, we install well point systems for HOAs, golf courses, municipalities, and private owners across Broward and Palm Beach, ensuring dry, stable conditions for shoreline restoration projects.
Uses
- Lowering groundwater during shoreline restoration
- Dewatering before installing seawalls or bulkheads
- Creating stable conditions for excavation and construction
- Managing seepage around canals, lakes, and ponds
- Temporary groundwater control for municipal or infrastructure projects
Advantages
- Fast Setup — quick to install and mobilize
- Cost-Effective — less expensive than deep wells or large pumping systems
- Flexible — effective for a wide range of soil and groundwater conditions
- Supports Other Systems — enables installation of Geotubes, vinyl sheet piling, or concrete structures
- Temporary & Removable — system can be removed after project completion
Best for
- HOA lakes and canal projects needing groundwater control
- Golf course water hazard restorations
- Municipal stormwater or canal stabilization projects
- Construction sites with high groundwater levels
