Anoka County Environmental Services is re-opening the well water testing program on a limited basis. Water samples for sanitary analysis (bacteria and nitrates) will be accepted one Monday and Tuesday per month with limited hours. Water samples for other analyses (arsenic, manganese, etc.) will not be accepted at this time. An appointment and pre-payment over the phone will be required. Please see the full details below. The upcoming dates and times for water sample collection will be:

• Monday, July 27th, 1-4 pm
• Tuesday, July 28th, 9-11:30 am
• Monday, August 24th, 1-4 pm
• Tuesday, August 25th, 9-11:30 am

The drop-off table will be located on the 1st floor of the Anoka County Government Center near the main door.

Below are the criteria for dropping off a sample:

1. Sample kits (sample collection bottle and blue sampling sheet with instructions) must be obtained ahead of time. No kits will be available on the drop-off days. Kit locations are listed below.
2. A drop-off appointment must be made by calling ahead and paying in advance with a credit card over the phone. No cash or checks allowed, and no credit cards will be accepted the day of drop-off. Call (763) 324-4260 to make an appointment and pay.
3. The blue sampling sheet must be completed ahead of time. No pens will be available to use at the drop-off table.
4. Specific water-related questions can be directed ahead of time to Abby Shea at (763) 324-4207.
5. Only samples for sanitary analysis (bacteria and nitrates) will be accepted at this time. If other testing is desired, it can be performed at a later date or a private laboratory can be recommended.
6. Social distancing guidelines must be respected, and masks are required. Rules of the drop-off area must be followed.

Water test kits are currently available at the following locations:

• Andover City Hall
• Blaine Public Works (1801 101st Ave NE, Blaine; (763) 785-6165 – please call ahead)
• Centerville City Hall (in the vestibule)
• East Bethel City Hall
• Ham Lake City Hall (call and they will set one out for you: (763) 434-9555)
• Linwood Township Hall
• Ramsey City Hall
• St. Francis City Hall

Feel free to call additional city halls to see if they can provide a water test kit.