Free sampling of domestic water supplies is available to District residents. The service is limited to nitrate testing and bacteria testing. Additional tests are available for a fee depending on the type of test requested; these samples are sent to an outside lab for analysis. Annual well testing is recommended for private, domestic water wells. Nitrate more than 10 ppm can cause blue baby syndrome in infants; pregnant women, nursing mothers, and the elderly are also at risk for adverse effects from excessive nitrate concentrations. No presence of bacteria is acceptable, though coliform bacteria are generally harmless. However, more serious strains such as E. Coli can result in vomiting, diarrhea, and other serious gastrointestinal problems.
Contact the NRD office or select CONTACT on the homepage and complete the form shown with your full name, e-mail address and what type of water analysis you would like to have done in the “Type your question or comment here” to request sampling of your well.