By LOU HATTER

By LOU HATTER

Rappahannock News Staff Writer

The Washington Town Council sent a message of concern to the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors Friday evening.

In a special meeting called to address the town’s concerns about the proposed location of the county’s sanitary landfill, Mayor Dean Morehouse noted that “water is our major concern.”

Treasurer Brad Fisher, who oversees the town’s water authority, told the council that several years ago a state geologist mapped the underground aquifer which supplies the town’s well and reported that it runs northwest to southeast, roughly in a line from Flint Hill to Sperryville. The geologist also reported that the rock structure in the area is fractured, and that “waste disposal sites in the area could contaminate (underground) water.”

Mayor Morehouse observed that “with regard to the water supply we have to be cautious... We need to make sure that enough money is appropriated by the state or county to fulfill (their) responsibilities.”

Councilman William Wickens seconded the mayor’s concerns, adding “Once a water supply is contaminated - to clean it up takes a long time. The town could be dry for a long time. ... I don’t want to second-guess the county - but protecting our water is the prime concern.”

Mr. Fisher suggested that monthly reports on monitoring wells, if the proposed site should be selected, be furnished to the town. ' - ■■■■ ----- ■

Several council members also expressed concern about the increase in traffic from vehicles traveling to and from the landfill. Mr. Wickens suggested that “if it has to be located where it is proposed, traffic should go onto (Rt.) 522 - otherwise the traffic problem in town is inconsistent with the comprehensive plan.”

Mr. Morehouse added that “the Fodderstack (Rt. 628) is not an access for 6600 citizens. In the winter it is especially hazard