Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wellpoint
noun
/ˈwɛl.pɔɪnt/
Definition
A wellpoint is a small-diameter well that is used to lower the water table in an excavation area.
Examples
- The contractors installed wellpoints to keep the excavation dry.
- Using wellpoints helped the engineers maintain a stable work environment during the rainy season.
- After the wellpoint system was activated, the water level in the area significantly dropped.
Meaning
Wellpoints are typically employed in construction and civil engineering to manage groundwater during extensive digging or building projects.
Synonyms
- De-watering system
- Groundwater control
- Drainage well
