Water Quality
The Somerset County Department of Health serves a vital role in monitoring groundwater trends throughout the County and ensuring a safe water supply for patrons and employees of commercial establishments.
While the regulation of private, domestic wells falls under the authority of local health departments in Somerset County, CEHA staff are responsible for the oversight and inspection of all public, non-community well water sources in the County. This includes any business with the potential to serve water to the public, at a minimum of 25 persons, for at least 60 days per year. These systems are required to conduct periodic sampling of their water supply to ensure public safety. CEHA staff conducts routine inspections to ensure that all well water systems remain in compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act.
The Somerset County Department of Health also reviews lab results from tests conducted through the Private Well Testing Act and monitors trends impacting residents throughout the County. In 2004, CEHA staff reviewed over 240 laboratory analyses through PWTA and began mapping areas impacted by arsenic and volatile organic compounds.
Finally, SCDOH responds to complaints and incidents of surface and stormwater pollution. Discharging materials that could contaminate our waterbodies is a violation of the Water Pollution Control Act. SCDOH will vigorously enforce these regulations to ensure Somerset County residents have a clean environment for drinking, fishing and recreational use.
Sanitary Survey Requirements:*
Non-Community Water System Inspection Report
Total Coliform Rule: A Handbook for Small Non-community Water Systems
Public Notice Templates:*
Tier 1 (Do not drink water/boil water)
Licensed Water Operator Information:*
Licensed Operator Classification
*New Information: Added on 1/20/12
Emergency Disinfection of Drinking Water
EPA Resources:
Drinking Water and Health - What You Need to Know!
Drinking Water From Household Wells
Home Water Testing - Frequently Asked Questions
Q&A's on Private Drinking Water Wells
Federal & New Jersey Drinking Water Standards (factsheet)
A Homeowner's Guide to Arsenic in Drinking Water
NJDEP Division of Water Supply
New Jersey Drought Information
Potable Water Directions for Disinfecting a Well*
Stormwater & Non-Point Source Pollution
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