Flooded Private Wells and Sewage Contamination

We are aware of the recent flooding that has occurred in the Sunnybrook Lake area in the City of Grant.  The Department of Public Health and Environment has expertise and resources available to residents affected by flooding.  

Minnesota Department of Health Disinfecting Wells 

The following links, and sheet attached above, provide information and resources to residents affected by flooding:

1.     Private Well and Sewage ContaminationWell and Water Disinfection
For information on a water test tool-kits contact Washington County Public Health and Environment at 651-430-6655. 

2.     Septic systems and flooded wells: 
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/DocumentCenter/View/706/Septic-Systems-and-Floods?bidId=

For more information about flooded septic systems contact the Washington County Public Health and Environment at 651-430-6655.