Editor’s note: The city of Whitewater did not have the test kits; it was the town. The press release was in error using the word “city,” and unfortunately we didn’t catch that.
Walworth County Public Health Offers Discounted Well Water Test Kits
Do you live on or own a property with a private well? This July, Walworth County Division of Public Health is offering well water test kits at a discount. It is recommended to test your well water annually for contaminants, such as bacteria, to ensure you and your family have safe drinking water. Walworth County offers testing for four different contaminants, including bacteria, nitrate, arsenic, and lead.
Throughout July, residents can purchase test kits for $10 per test—that’s half off. The at-home test kits can be picked up or dropped off at Walworth County Department of Health and Human Services or any of the participating town halls listed below.
- Walworth County Department of Health and Human Services: Monday through Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Thursday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Town of Whitewater Town Hall: July 5, 2 to 4 p.m.
- Town of Bloomfield Town Hall: July 6, 3 to 5 p.m.
- Town of Spring Prairie Town Hall: July 26, 2 to 4 p.m.
- Village/Town of East Troy Town Hall: July 27, 2 to 4 p.m.
Only checks will be accepted as a form of payment at the town halls. Cash or check are accepted at Health and Human Services.
Testing your private well water is simple to do. Follow the instructions provided in the sample kit and then return the bottles to Walworth County Health and Human Services, or any of the participating town halls, within 30 hours of taking the test.
The Walworth County Department of Health and Human Services is located at 1910 County Rd. NN, Elkhorn. Please visit our website at www.co.walworth.wi.us/430/Well-Water-Testing for water laboratory hours or call (262) 741-3200 for more information.
