Entities that are considered large quantity water users in the state are required to register and file certifications of their water use with the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection by June 16. A large quantity user is any entity or individual who withdraws more than 750,000 gallons from state waters in any calendar month.
A survey conducted in 2004 and 2005 identified and registered the state's large quantity users. Those entities were mailed water use certification forms that are mandatory under the Water Resources Protection and Management Act.
Large quantity water users that have not registered must complete a registration form, which can be found on the internet at www.wvdep.org by clicking on the Water Use button at the top of the page. Instructions for completing the form, as well as other information is on the page, or may be obtained by calling Wilma McKown at (304) 926-0499, extension 1280.