Learn More About Groundwater
Visit the following websites for a deeper dive into the importance of groundwater, or check out our educational resources section for activities (and printable fact sheets) designed to educate groundwater guardians of all ages!
Well & Septic
Maintenance
Because drinking wells are a direct link to our groundwater, it’s important to keep in mind what materials and objects we bring into close proximity to them. Many common and necessary household chemicals can impact the safety of your well water, and it’s especially important to consider the location of your septic system if you have one.
Refer to this helpful well-siting diagram based on the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s recommendations and check out our resources section for more information!

More Resources for...
Learn More About Groundwater
Visit the following websites for a deeper dive into the importance of groundwater, or check out our educational resources section for activities (and printable fact sheets) designed to educate groundwater guardians of all ages!

Well & Septic
Maintenance
Because drinking wells are a direct link to our groundwater, it’s important to keep in mind what materials and objects we bring into close proximity to them. Many common and necessary household chemicals can impact the safety of your well water, and it’s especially important to consider the location of your septic system if you have one.
Refer to this helpful well-siting diagram based on the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s recommendations and check out our resources section for more information!
More Resources for...
Rural Communities & Private Well Owners
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Wellhead Protection Viewer -
Michigan Well Records System: Wellogic -
EGLE Drinking Water Concern System -
Be Well Informed Tool: Understanding Your Water Testing Results -
Locating Existing Water, Gas, or Oil Wells -
NGWA Well Owners Guide -
Water Systems Council – Well Diagram -
EGLE Well Construction Contractors Directory -
Well Financing -
CDC Drinking Water – Private Wells -
Private Rural Water Supplies -
Water Research Center – Private Well Owner Online Water Quality & Drinking Water Problems -
NebGuide Drinking Water – Testing for Quality -
EGLE Drinking Water Testing -
EGLE Abandoned Well FAQ -
Michigan Abandoned Water Well Plugging Manual
Caring for Your Septic System
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Clinton County – Mid Michigan DHD Well and Septic -
Eaton County DHHS Environmental Health -
Ingham County DHHS Well and Septic -
Rural Septic System Checklist -
Septic Care
Urban Communities: Find Your Local Provider
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Lansing Board of Water and Light -
East Lansing Meridian Township Water and Sewer Authority -
Michigan State University Infrastucture Planning & Facilities -
West Side Water
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EGLE Drinking Water Concern System -
CDC Public Water Systems -
CDC Community Water Treatment -
Understanding Your Water Quality Report
Public Officials & Community Leaders
The following resources offer specific information regarding several groundwater-related topics that may be relevant for local leaders and policymakers to consider when making choices or recommendations for their communities. Contact us with any questions, concerns, or inquires about additional topics that may be of interest to our regional municipalities.
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Ingham County Groundwater Survey -
Managing Water for Health in a Changing Climate -
Freshwater Future Test and Response Kit -
Michigan PFAS Action Response Team -
MPART Sampling Guidance -
After the Flood – Private Drinking Water -
Preparing Your Well for the Next Flood
Community Members
Clean Sweep Program: Old Pesticides and Herbicides Drop-Off
Department of Health & Human Services Resources
Educational Resources
Educating residents, community leaders, and future groundwater guardians means that we can ALL enjoy clean drinking water for years to come. Check out these resources for fun and engaging activities, lesson plans, and fact sheets.

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