Approximately 42
million people in the U.S. obtain water from their own private drinking water
supplies. Most of these supplies are drawn from ground water through wells, but
some households also use water from streams or cisterns.
When property containing a well which supplies groundwater for domestic purposes
is sold, the well must be tested for nitrate and total coliform bacteria and the
results reported to the Oregon Department of Health Services.
| EPA encourages households to take special precautions to ensure
the protection and maintenance of their drinking water supplies |
How can I test the quality of my private drinking water
supply?
You should test private water supplies annually for nitrate and coliform bacteria
to detect contamination problems early. Test them more frequently and for more
potential contaminants, such as radon or pesticides, if
you suspect a problem.
EcoTech provides well testing and laboratory analysis to meet Oregon DHS
inspection standards. EcoTech’s well testing report includes test results
and recommendations.
Additional Resources
If you would like more information on well testing, please visit the following
web sites:
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