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Groundwater (GRANADA), already linked to every property.
NGU's national groundwater database GRANADA: information on wells and natural springs in loose masses and bedrock, probe drilling, groundwater quality, depth to bedrock, well fields and groundwater monitoring. The dataset is the authoritative source of groundwater information in Norway and is used for drinking water supply, energy wells and hydrogeological assessments.
What the dataset contains
Groundwater (GRANADA) in Placepoint
NGU's national groundwater database GRANADA: information on wells and natural springs in loose masses and bedrock, probe drilling, groundwater quality, depth to bedrock, well fields and groundwater monitoring. The dataset is the authoritative source of groundwater information in Norway and is used for drinking water supply, energy wells and hydrogeological assessments.
For a developer, groundwater information matters for foundations, drainage and surface water, and especially when choosing ground source heat solutions that need boreholes. Plots near groundwater bodies used for drinking water must meet strict requirements for consideration zones and pollution control. Part of Placepoint's map layers for Water and Geology. Related: Groundwater boreholes, Water bodies, NADAG – ground investigations, Marine border.
This text is based on the dataset documentation, synced 16 October 2026.
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About the datasetHow often is groundwater (GRANADA) updated?
Weekly. The frequency follows the source and is shown on the dataset in Placepoint.
Where does the data come from?
From Norges geologiske undersøkelse. We collect and quality-check the data and place it on the correct property, with source and date on every field.
How do I see groundwater (GRANADA) on a property?
Look up the address in Fusion and turn on the Geology map layer. The dataset is there as its own layer, and the details appear in the property panel when you click on the map.
Can I get the dataset programmatically?
Yes. The same data is available in Placepoint API and in Placepoint AI through MCP, so you can bring it into your own systems and agents.
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