Hoosiers May Qualify for Free Well Water Testing

The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) is encouraging eligible Hoosiers to apply for free well water testing through the 2026 Groundwater Monitoring Network. The office said private well water is unregulated by both IDEM and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, but IDEM’s Office of Water Quality Drinking Water Branch periodically collects water samples from qualified private residential drinking water wells to characterize groundwater conditions. Those interested are asked to complete an online survey by June 1, 2026, and selected homeowners will be contacted to arrange a sample collection between June and October. Participation is voluntary, and results will be shared directly with the homeowner. “By taking part in this program, homeowners gain valuable insight into their own drinking water, while the information collected contributes to a clearer statewide picture of groundwater quality,” said IDEM Commissioner Clint Woods. “This scientific sampling helps us ensure Indiana’s groundwater remains clean, safe, and resilient for generations to come.”  Here is a link for more details.