Well Permitting

Eagle County Environmental Health does not issue or keep records of private well permits and water rights.
Eagle County is located in Division 5 of the Division of Water Resources. Direct any questions you may have to the Water Resources Department at 970-945-5665.

Resources:

• Colorado Division of Water Resources (DWR)
• DWR: Ground Water Administration and Well Permitting
• DWR: Water Rights

Water Quality Testing

Eagle County Environmental Health does not have a laboratory facility to test drinking water. Private well owners are responsible for the quality and safety of their own drinking water. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) recommends testing your well water every year for total coliform bacteria, nitrates, total dissolved solids, and pH levels. If you suspect other contaminants, test for these also based on your specific situation. These chemical tests for other contaminants can be expensive.

Resources:

• Eagle River Water and Sanitation District: Laboratory Services (local laboratory)
• CDPHE: Water Testing Laboratory Services
• CDPHE: Certified Safe Drinking Water Laboratories Lists

Well Information

• CDPHE: Drinking Water from Private Wells
• Wellowner.org
• Water Systems Council: The wellcare® Program