Environmental Health

Ser vices

  • Private Drinking Water Testing

    We take for granted that our drinking water is safe.

    You can get your well water tested at the Dallas County Health Department for $20.

    You can disinfect your well. Instructions are at the link below

  • Food Establishments

    Food Establishments

    We require all food establishments to have an annual permit. Inspections are based on priority.

    You can find our most recent inspections by clicking the link below.

  • Onsite Wastewater

    We take seriously how wastewater is treated and disposed. We require all new construction, repairs and replacements to be done by a regtistered installer. Permit is required prior to construction or changes.

    For a list on registered installers click the link below

  • Lodging Inspections

    Local lodging establishments are inspected annually. The link below will take you to the list of licensed lodging establisments in Missouri

  • Emergency Response

    When there is an incident that involves a disruption in the food supply, local public health departments ensure that food is properly handled.

  • Recalls

    Recalls of products

  • Mold

    In Missouri, Mold is not regulated. If you have mold the best thing to do is find the source of the moisture, make repairs to prevent moisture and clean surface with water/bleach mixture

    You can find information at the link below