A shaft sunk into the ground to provide a supply of water.
Related Terms
Term |
Note |
DONKEY WHEEL |
A treadwheel using a donkey as motive power. Usually found in association with wells. |
DRINKING FOUNTAIN |
A fountain used for the specific purpose of supplying drinking water. |
HAND PUMP |
A hand operated mechanism used to raise and move water, liquids, compressed gases etc. |
PUMP |
A machine used to raise and move water and other liquids, compress gases etc. Use more specific term where known. |
SHAFT |
A vertical passage which provides access or ventilation to an underground excavation or chamber. Use only if function is unknown, otherwise use specific term. |
SPA |
A medicinal or mineral spring often with an associated building.
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WELL HEAD |
The structure at the top of a draw well. |
WELL HOUSE |
A building over a well housing machinery for raising the water. Often consisting of a DONKEY WHEEL or HORSE GIN. |