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THE WELL WATER QUALITY PROGRAM
THE WELL WATER QUALITY PROGRAM
A new program in Santa Barbara County designed to help eligible households with private wells identify and address drinking water quality concerns through free testing and treatment services.
Test your private well water with confidence—there's no cost to residents, no regulatory requirements, and no obligation to participate in any follow-up program.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
You are eligible for this Program if you:
Receive water from a private well located in Santa Barbara County
Allow water testing
INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING?
INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING?
Complete the interest form today.
Eligible participants will be contacted to schedule a free in-home appointment.
Participation in the Program is limited and dependent on available resources. Apply early to secure your spot.
Names, addresses, and all other personal contact information of eligible participants will NOT be included in any of the published reports or databases and will be maintained as confidential.
WHY PARTICIPATE?
WHY PARTICIPATE?
Many residents in Santa Barbara County rely on private wells for their water supply. Groundwater in our region is vulnerable to contaminants known to cause health effects, such as:
Fertilizer and septic-related contaminants such as nitrate.
Naturally occurring metals such as arsenic.
Legacy industrial and agricultural chemicals such as 1,2,3-Trichloropropane.
"Forever chemicals" (PFAS) and other emerging contaminants.
Bacteria and other germs that can affect health
Contaminated water does not always taste, smell, or look different, and testing will provide you with the peace of mind and the information you need to protect the health of you and your family.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Free Testing
Certified professionals will collect water samples from your home and have them analyzed by an accredited laboratory at no cost to you.
Clear Results
Receive a clear, easy-to-read report explaining your well's water quality and any contaminants that may be present.
Immediate Support
If your private well's water does not meet safe drinking water standards, you will be offered free bottled water until a household water treatment system can be installed.
Safe and Reliable Solutions
If a household water treatment system is the right solution for your home, our team will design, install, and maintain it at no cost to you.
ABOUT US
ABOUT US
The Santa Barbara County Well Water Quality Program is a new program in Santa Barbara County designed to help eligible households with private wells identify and address drinking water quality concerns through free testing and treatment services.
This Program is funded by Goleta West Sanitary District as part of the settlement of an enforcement action by the Central Coast Water Board against Goleta West Sanitary District. Stantec Consulting Inc. is supporting the Program's implementation.
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