[1]Small Water System Program
The Small Water System Program ensures small public water systems provide clean, safe drinking water that meets state standards. Systems must obtain a permit before serving water to the public.
The materials below outline the basic steps a new small water system must follow to get permitted.
Documents
Total Coliform & Groundwater Rule Monitoring Plan (PDF) [2] Well Permit Application (PDF) [3] Seasonal Shutdown & Start-Up Certification (PDF) [4] Master File Record Information (PDF) [5] Certified Nitrate Sampling Laboratories (PDF) [6]
Additional Resources
SAFER Clearinghouse [7] Electronic Annual Reporting (EAR) System [8] California Drinking Water Program [9]
Important
Permit approval is required before serving water to the public. Keep monitoring plans and records up to date. Please submit three copies of your permit application.
Supporting Documents
Total Coliform and Groundwater Monitoring Plan [10] (519 KB) Seasonal Start Up Form [11] (174 KB) Well Water Permit Application [12] (132 KB) Master File Record Information [13] (138 KB) Certified Laboratories for Nitrate Testing [14] (37 KB) 