Wells & Septic
Water, water, everywhere…
Water Quality and Quantity
NDDH inspects private wells and works with public water supply agencies to assure that our water is free of harmful bacteria, chemicals, and pollutants.
CT law requires all newly constructed private or semipublic wells to be tested for bacteria, non-metals, and metals.
Bacteria: coliform
Non-Metals: chlorine, pH, turbidity, apparent color, odor, chloride, nitrite, sulfate, nitrate, and hardness
Metals: sodium, iron, manganese, arsenic, lead, and uranium
If you are looking to have your water tested, click the button below see a list of approved testing laboratories from DPH.
Subsurface Sewage Disposal
The Connecticut Public Health Code serves as the regulatory guideline for subsurface sewage disposal. Site investigations are conducted and recorded, septic plans are reviewed, permits to construct are issued, and all necessary inspections of the septic system are conducted by NDDH sanitarians according to these technical standards.
