Sandusky County Environmental Health division inspects and permits private water systems. Inspections include location, installation, and safety of the drinking water. Water samples are taken upon request to identify possible contaminants in private water systems including; bacteria, minerals, etc. The state of Ohio has a register of private water system contractors.

 

To submit an application for a private water system:

Application Form

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To disinfect your well, you will need:

Chlorination instructions for Homeowners

ODH Chlorination Instructions

 

To submit a Well Completion Form:

Well Completion Form

 

To request a water sample of your private water system:

Water Sample Request Form

 

To understand your sample results:

Nitrates and Nitrites, answers to FAQ

Treatment Technologies for Removing Nitrates in drinking water

Coliform Bacteria Fact Sheet

Microbiological Standards

E. coli FAQ

 

To find a registered well drillers:

Private Water Contractors

 

To find out how deep, old, or flow of your well, visit:

https://apps.ohiodnr.gov/water/maptechs/wellogs/app/default.asp

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For an interpretation of your water sample results visit:

https://ohiowatersheds.osu.edu/know-your-well-water/well-water-interpretation-tool