Well Water Testing in Koochiching County

The Department of Health is providing free well water testing on Tuesday, November 17th, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. It’s important to test water once per year for bacteria, nitrogen, arsenic, copper, lead, and manganese. Jolene Simon shared where people can pick up their water testing kits.

The drop-off spots will also be the SWCD office and the Birchdale Community Center. The testing is free due to a grant that came through.

It’s best to test well water regularly because there aren’t always signs that bacteria or other contaminants have gotten into the water. After dropping off the testing on the 17th, the results will be sent back to everyone. Anyone with contaminants found in their water will be provided instructions on possible remedies.