Drinking Water, Irrigation, and Wells

Florida Department of Health employees from our public environmental health program and epidemiology staff investigate illness outbreaks associated with water consumption and recreational water use.

We routinely partner with other state and local agencies to respond to water borne illness outbreaks at facilities to determine the source of the outbreak and prevent further spread of disease.

If you suspect that you may have become ill from a waterborne source, please complete our online complaint form.

Drinking Water

The Florida Department of Health oversees all public drinking water systems in Volusia County, assuring they consistently meet the requirements of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection Safe Drinking Water Acts.

A public drinking water system is a water system that provides water for human consumption for 25 or more people for more than 60 days a year or has 15 or more service connections.

Drinking Water Forms and Reporting are handled by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.

Irrigation

Saving water outdoors is simple and promotes healthier lawns and landscapes. Over 50% of the water used in Florida is for irrigation purposes and approximately 65% of the water used for irrigation will evaporate before the day is over.

In Volusia County, there are fertilizing restrictions and watering restrictions in place. In both incorporated and unincorporated areas of Volusia County, the Florida Department of Health permits and inspects irrigation systems.

Permits and Certifications

• Contractor Packet
• Agent Authorization Form
• Contractor Certification & As Built Form
• Construction Permit Application
• Credit Card Authorization Form
• Fee Schedule

Wells

Through an interagency agreement with the St. Johns River Water Management District, the Florida Department of Health issues construction permits and performs inspections of all potable and non-potable wells in Volusia County.

Rules are in place to protect the groundwater from contamination and to protect the health of its users.

Permits and Certifications

• Permit Application to Construct, Modify, or Abandon a Well
• St. Johns River Water Management District, Permitting
• Agent Authorization Form
• Application for Variance from Chapter 64E-8 F.A.C.
• Well Completion Report
• Application for Private Water System Construction Permit
• Application for Private Water System Operating Permit
• Credit Card Authorization Form
• Fee Schedule