Many people in Rhode Island considering buying water coolers or dispensers are concerned about the quality of the local drinking water.
Suppliers of drinking water provide reports (also called consumer confidence reports) providing the source of drinking water in Rhode Island.
The Environmental Protection Agency recommends that if your drinking water comes from a private well, you have the water tested once a year. Well owners are responsible for their water's safety and each state provides a list of certified commercial laboratories that test drinking water.
Rhode Island's Drinking Water Program
Office of Drinking Water Quality
Dept. of Health
3 Capitol Hill
Room 209
Providence, RI 02911
401-222-6867
Rhode Island's Source Water Program
Office of Drinking Water Quality
Dept. of Health
3 Capitol Hill
Room 209, Cannon Bldg.
Providence, RI 02908-5097
401-222-6867
