Yes, as a private well owner, you are responsible for ensuring that your drinking water is safe. Public drinking water supplies are tested regularly. Private well owners are responsible for having their well water tested. A yearly test is important, especially since many of the things that could be in your water are tasteless, odorless, and colorless. Also, you should have your water tested whenever you notice a change in taste, smell, or color of your drinking water.
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Last Updated: August 03, 2010
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PRIVATE DRINKING WATER SYSTEMS
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Private Drinking Water System Basics
- Low Yielding Domestic Water Wells
- Well Construction
PROTECTING THE DRINKING WATER SOURCE
- Stormwater and Your Drinking Water Well
- Water Quality Protection Around Your Home
- Setback Distance from Septic to Drinking Water Well
DRINKING WATER AND HUMAN HEALTH
- Drinking Water and Human Health Effects
- Drinking Water Contaminants
- Drinking Water Standards
- Testing Recommendations
MANAGING DRINKING WATER QUALITY PROBLEMS
- Drinking Water Treatment for Private Wells
- Home Water Treatment Devices
- Questions to Ask before You Buy a Water Treatment System
- Selecting a Home Water Treatment System