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Key Facts: OR Well Driller Exam
70%
Passing Score
State DNR
100 Q
Practice Questions
OpenExamPrep
2 hrs
Exam Time
State DNR
8 hrs
CE Per Cycle
State DNR
$300
License Fee
LicenseMap 2026
Oregon requires well drillers and pump installers to pass a state licensing exam covering well construction standards, groundwater protection, and OWRD regulations.
Sample OR Well Driller Practice Questions
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1Under Oregon law (ORS 537.753), what is the required bond or irrevocable letter of credit amount for a licensed Water Supply Well Constructor who advertises services?
2How many continuing education credits (CECs) must an Oregon licensed well constructor obtain during each 2-year licensing period?
3Of the 14 required CECs, how many must specifically pertain to Oregon groundwater and well construction statutes (ORS 537.505-795) and administrative rules (OAR 690-200 through 690-240)?
4What is the maximum number of continuing education credits an Oregon well constructor may obtain through approved safety/first aid/CPR/Hazardous Materials courses per licensing period?
5How far in advance must a driller file a Start Card (Construction Notice) with OWRD before beginning to drill a well in Oregon?
6Within how many days after well completion must an Oregon well driller submit the Well Report (Well Log) to OWRD?
7What is the fee for an Oregon Water Supply Well Constructor's license, and what is the license term?
8What is the late renewal penalty for an Oregon well constructor's license if renewed within 12 months after expiration?
9Under OAR 690-205-0005, a licensed Water Supply Well Constructor must be physically present on site at all times when a cable tool drilling machine is performing which activity?
10Under Oregon rules, which of the following activities may a Water Supply Well Constructor trainee perform WITHOUT the licensed constructor being physically present?
About the OR Well Driller Exam
The Oregon well driller exam covers state well construction standards, casing and grouting requirements, pump installation, groundwater protection, OWRD licensing regulations, well abandonment procedures, and professional practice under Oregon well standards.
Exam sponsor: Oregon Water Resources Department. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
100 questions
Time Limit
2 hours
Passing Score
70%
Reported exam pass rate: 70%. estimated first-time pass rate This describes exam candidates, not OpenExamPrep users or results from using our resources. Exam sponsor website
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Our practice resources: topics covered
We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.
Well Construction
Casing, grouting, well design, drilling methods, well development
Pump Installation
Pump types, sizing, electrical connections, pressure systems, maintenance
Regulations
OWRD licensing, well standards, reporting requirements, fees, CE requirements
Groundwater
Aquifer protection, water quality, contamination prevention, Pacific NW geology
Professional Practice
Well logs, abandonment procedures, safety, contracts, client relations
Preparing for the OR Well Driller Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70%
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 2 hours
- Exam / certification fees: $300 Official sources
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- Work through all 100 available questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Oregon well driller exam cover?
The exam covers well construction standards, casing and grouting requirements, pump installation, groundwater protection, Oregon OWRD regulations, and professional practice.
What is the passing score for the OR well driller exam?
A minimum score of 70% is required to pass the Oregon well driller licensing examination.
What experience is required for an Oregon well driller license?
Oregon requires experience working under a licensed driller before you can sit for the licensing exam. Contact the OWRD for current requirements.
How often must the Oregon well driller license be renewed?
License renewal requirements include completing continuing education hours. Contact the OWRD for the current renewal cycle and CE requirements.