Environmental Services
Our Environmental Services
Webster County Health Unit strives to preserve and protect the community’s health by offering a multitude of environmental health services.
Safety Inspections
Our staff is responsible for ensuring regulations and safety standards of local food establishments, lodging facilities, and childcare providers by conducting frequent inspections.
Water Testing
To protect our county’s natural resources, we regulate onsite wastewater installation and modifications to stress the importance of safe and effective wastewater methods. We also offer private well water testing for bacteria and chemical analysis to determine safe drinking water quality.
Wastewater
Ensuring safe and effective wastewater installations and modifications for Webster County.
Well Water Testing
We provide private well testing for bacterial and chemical contaminants for Webster County residents.
Lead and Home Safety
Ensuring the safety of your home is crucial, especially when it comes to preventing things like lead exposure and accidental poisonings. Here are some resources and tips to help you keep your family safe:
Childcare Facility Inspections
The Webster County Health Unit conducts annual sanitation inspections of state-licensed child care facilities in Webster County. Staff also follow up on any sanitation complaints regarding these facilities.
To register any type of environmental complaint call use the form below or call (417) 859-2532.
Have a complaint?
The Environmental Health Concern/Complaint Form is designed to help community members report issues related to sewer systems, food safety, and childcare facilities. By submitting this form, you can ensure that potential health risks are addressed promptly and efficiently by our Environmental Health Specialist.