Wednesday, May 22, 2013

What You Can Do

  • Have your well water tested.
  • Maintain treatment equipment per manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Have the water system disinfected and sanitized after any repairs are performed.
  • Use contractors registered with the ODH to perform any upgrade or alteration or replacement work to your water system.
  • Maintain your sewage system to extend its life.
  • Conserve water to prevent sewage system overload.

Private Water and Sewage Treatment

The Private Water System and Household Sewage Treatment System Program ensures that septic systems and private wells are designed and installed under permit and in accordance with state and local regulations. Public Health also investigates sewage nuisance complaints and consults with homeowners on replacing their septic system.

Sewage System Registered Contractor Listings

 

Common Questions

When should I have my water tested?
Have your water tested whenever you notice a change in odor, taste or appearance, and also annually for routine quality monitoring.
Where can I get my water tested?
There are local private laboratories as well as mail order laboratories certified to perform various tests.
What should I test my water for?
While there are many things water can be tested for, it is impractical to test for everything. For routine monitoring, a bacteria test and nitrate test are recommended. If contamination is suspected, additional tests may be selected depending on the suspected contaminant.
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Our Partners

Ohio Department of Health  
Shares information on statewide use and performance of household sewage systems; evaluation of new sewage treatment devices.
Ohio Environmental Protection Agency  
Collaboration to administer the NPDES General Permit for household sewage systems that discharge to waters of the State.
Montgomery County Planning Commission  
Review of lot splits where household sewage systems will be needed.
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Public Health in the Community

Ozone Season Begins in the Miami Valley

Ozone LayerThe 2013 ozone-monitoring season officially began on April 1. Ozone pollution is formed from emissions from cars and industry on warm sunny days.

RAPCA measures ozone pollution at six locations in five counties – Clark, Greene, Miami, Montgomery and Preble – and provides daily air pollution forecasts. RAPCA issues Air Pollution Advisories when ozone pollution is expected to be unhealthy for sensitive individuals.

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