IMPORTANT: WATER SAMPLE COLLECTION & DROP-OFF

Archuleta County Public Health accepts well water samples MONDAY–THURSDAY, BEFORE 12:00 PM (NOON).

To help ensure accurate results:

Collect your sample the same morning you plan to deliver it.

Bring your sample to Public Health before noon, Monday–Thursday. Samples are not accepted on Fridays or weekends.

Use an approved sterile sample bottle and follow the collection instructions provided by Public Health.

Keep your sample cool (do not freeze) and deliver it promptly.

Plan ahead! If your 7–10 day waiting period ends on a Friday or weekend, collect your sample on the next available Monday–Thursday morning.

STEP 5: WAIT FOR YOUR RESULTS
Continue using a safe alternative water source until your laboratory results confirm your water is safe to drink.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

• Boiling or chlorinating water does NOT remove chemical contaminants.
• Wells can become contaminated again after flooding, so follow-up testing may be necessary.
• If your well has structural damage or you suspect chemical contamination, contact a qualified professional before attempting disinfection.

Archuleta County Public Health is here to help our community recover safely.

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