The Geauga County Laboratory is a division
within the Water Resources Department.
We are a multifaceted lab with capabilities
that range in both water and wastewater
analysis. Each of our analysts hold water
and wastewater certifications through the
State of Ohio.
Semi annually we participate in Federal
and State proficiency testing and have
random and scheduled surveys through
the EPA and the Health Department.
Lab Microbiology Certificate #268
Lab Chemistry Certificate #1073
Water Tests
Our most requested test for drinking water is the Total Coliform Bacteria,
also known as the water potability test. This test determines the presence
or absence of bacteria. In the event that total coliform is present in your
private well water then a well chlorination should be performed at your
earliest opportunity.
Water tests are only accepted back certain days; call the office or the lab to
find out when to drop off your water sample. In order to take these tests a
pre-sterilized bottle must be purchased before water is drawn.
*Effective February 1, 2019, there will be no refunds for water
tests purchased at GCDWR. All sales are final.
**Increased fees are highlighted and effective January 1, 2018
Director: Steven Oluic, PhD
This department reports to the County Commissioners
James W. Dvorak, Timothy C. Lennon, Ralph Spidalieri
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To print out the sampling instructions for the Total Coliform Bacteria test
and for the Fecal Coliform test click below.
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To print out the instructions on how to chlorinate your private well
click below.