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Where to Get Help
Your local health department is the best place to start regarding private well information and testing. Most local health departments can provide testing for coliform bacteria and nitrate. To find your local county health department, visit the alphabetical listing of Local Health Departments, or the online regional map.
Illinois Department of Public Health: 217-782-5830 or DPH.MailUs@illinois.gov
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency: epa.safewater@illinois.gov
Illinois State Water Survey's Public Service Laboratory: 217-333-9234
Water Systems Council, Wellcare® Hotline: 888-395-1033
U.S. EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline: 800-426-4791