Resolution No. 5 of 1997 on registering artesian wells and swimming pools. Country/Territory Bahrain Document type Regulation Date 1997 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Water Keyword Water rights Well sinking/boreholes Inland waters Registration Groundwater Geographical area Asia, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Persian Gulf, Small Island Developing States, Western Asia Entry into force notes This Resolution enters into force on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette. Abstract This Resolution aims at regulating the existing artesian wells and swimming pools. The present Resolution is composed of 5 articles. Article 1 imposes upon all owners of artesian wells and swimming pools who use groundwater to register their wells and pools. Article 2 imposes upon owners of pools to obtain an authorization from the competent department. Article 3 entrusts the employees of the Water Sources Department with the right to inspect and control wells and pools. Article 4 contains offences and penalties. Full text Arabic Website www,legalaffairs.gov.bh