Water Regulation & Permits
Private Water System Permits & Inspection
Private water systems, including wells, cisterns, and ponds used for drinking water are regulated by the Ohio Private Water Systems Regulations (Ohio Administrative Code 3701-28). A permit must be issued by the health department prior to installing or altering a private water system. New systems are inspected and then tested for safe drinking water. Samples may also be taken from existing water supplies where owners are concerned about water quality.
The Environmental Health Staff of the Harrison County Health Department provide education and enforcement of public health laws and rules to protect the citizens of Holmes County and to protect the water sources.
How To Obtain A Permit To Construct Or Alter A Water Well:
There are two ways to obtain a permit to construct a new water well or alter an existing well:
- An application for a permit to construct a new water well or alter an existing well can be obtained in person by the property owner from the Division of Environmental Health Services located at the Harrison County Health Department, or you may click the link below to print out the application.
- Request the permit be obtained by the registered private water system contractor contracted to do the work.
Please be sure to include directions to the property.
Contact
The Harrison County Health Department 740-942-2616