Well Location, Design, and Construction Information
Domestic water wells should be located a safe distance from sources of contamination and
comply with both the State Department of Health Services (DHS) and Department of Water
Resources (DWR) standards for well location.
Apply for a well construction permit.
Well Permit Application
Water Well Program Homepage
Submit well completion report, pump test, and Well Data Sheet.
Well Data Sheet
Water Quality Analysis
Water quality analysis must be performed by a State certified laboratory. Data should be no
more than three years old. General Water Testing Schedule by System Type
- Source Bacteriological (Coliform) Analyses Results
Submit recent total coliform and E.coli analysis results. If historical data is available, please submit that as well.
- Source Chemical Analyses Results
The requirements for chemical testing is dependent upon the water system classification. At a minimum, all systems must submit results of the source water general mineral, general physical, and inorganic (including nitrate) contaminants.
Submit source water information to the Environmental Health Services office for review and approval.