Yes its possible, but needs ...

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Yes its possible, but needs to be well managed so as not to contaminate the aquifer.  There are guidelines such as the Australian Guidelines for Managed Aquifer Recharge that if followed will protect human health and the environment.  These rquire good capacity to monitor and analyse water quality. Other guidelines such as those prepared for India do not recommend stormwater recharge where groundwater nearby is used for drinking.  https://recharge.iah.org has resources that should be consulted.