Environmental Health Division | McLean County Health Department

Provides guidance and inspections in the areas of food, private septic, and private well water safety to prevent disease and protect the community. Issues food, private sewage disposal, and well water permits. Approves plans for new sewage disposal installations, inspects and approves well installations, and reviews plans for proposed food establishments. Investigates foodborne or waterborne illness complaints, sewage complaints, and collects well water samples. Conducts health and safety inspections for public and semi-public swimming pools and spas and responds to complaints regarding stagnant or unsecured private pools. Additionally, offers radon detection services through onsite testing or the provision of test kits for homes and other buildings.