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Water Sampling, Submissions, Pricing<\/h1>\n

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The Soil, Water and Plant Testing Laboratory offers analytical testing and science-based recommendations to help clients make informed resource management decisions. Services include comprehensive testing of soil, water, plant tissue, manure, compost, and other agricultural materials. These fee-based services are available to homeowners, agricultural producers, landscape professionals, consultants, government agencies, and University faculty and staff.<\/p>\n

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Water Sampling Instructions<\/h1>\n

To obtain the most accurate results, water samples must be collected properly. This guide outlines the basic steps for collecting water samples correctly.<\/p>\n

The CSU Soil, Water, and Plant Testing Laboratory (SWPTL) offers water suitability testing for household drinking water, livestock drinking water, and irrigation water<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Regular water testing helps protect the health of people, livestock, and crops<\/strong>, and can identify water that is contaminated or polluted.<\/p>\n

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  1. Use clean plastic bottles (12 oz to 16 oz).<\/strong>
    The bottle should be durable and able to seal tightly. Do not mail water samples in glass bottles or plastic bags<\/strong>.
    Water sampling bottles are available at many Colorado State University Extension offices. Bottles may also be obtained directly from the laboratory by emailing soiltestinglab@colostate.edu<\/a> or calling (970)491-5061<\/a>. Please note that customers are responsible for the shipping cost of bottles.<\/li>\n
  2. Permanent marker
    <\/strong>Use a permanent marker to clearly label the bottle with your name, sample location, and any other required identification information.
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  3. Cooler and\/or ice packs
    <\/strong>Use a small cooler or insulated container, along with ice packs if needed, to keep the sample cool during storage and transport. Proper cooling helps maintain sample integrity, especially if there is a delay between collection and delivery to the laboratory.
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    Sample Collection<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    To collect a sample for irrigation, livestock or household drinking water<\/strong> follow these steps:<\/p>\n

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    1. Label the sample bottles<\/strong>
      Clearly label each bottle with your name, collection date and time<\/strong>, and sampling site using a permanent marker.<\/li>\n
    2. Flush the water source<\/strong>
      Select a faucet and run the water for five to ten minutes<\/strong> to flush out any water sitting in the plumbing system.
      For lakes, streams, or ponds<\/strong>, collect the sample from below the surface<\/strong>, avoiding surface debris.<\/li>\n
    3. Rinse the bottle<\/strong>
      Rinse the bottle three times<\/strong> using the water you are sampling.\n
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      1. Fill the bottle about one third full<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
      2. Screw on the cap and shake gently<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
      3. Pour out the water completely.<\/li>\n
      4. Repeat this process two more times<\/strong> to ensure the bottle is well rinsed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n
      5. Fill the sample bottle<\/strong>
        After rinsing, fill the bottle completely to the top<\/strong> to minimize air space. Screw the cap on tightly<\/strong> to prevent leakage during transport.<\/li>\n
      6. Refrigerate the sample<\/strong> until you are ready to mail or drop it off at the laboratory.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Prepare Sample for shipping<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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        1. Fill out the submission form<\/strong>
          Ensure all required information is complete and that the sample name on the form matches the label on the bottle.
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        2. Place bottle(s) in a plastic bag<\/strong>
          This prevents potential leaks from damaging the submission form or packaging.
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        3. Place the bottle(s) and submission form in a sturdy cardboard box<\/strong>
          Use a durable box that can withstand shipping.
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        4. Ship samples with insulation or an ice pack<\/strong>
          To maintain temperature, include insulating material and\/or an ice pack.
          When shipping, collect samples later in the afternoon<\/strong> and ship them the same day via overnight delivery<\/strong> to ensure they arrive at the laboratory within 30 hours of collection and meet temperature requirements.
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        5. Seal and ship the package<\/strong>
          Seal the box securely with packing tape and mail it to the address listed on the submission form.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Soil samples may be submitted in person or mailed to the laboratory<\/strong>. When mailing samples, place the sample(s) and the completed submittal form into a sturdy box<\/strong>. Seal the package securely with packing tape and mail it to the address listed on the submittal form.<\/p>\n

          You will receive the soil testing report within 7 to 10 business days<\/strong> after the laboratory receives your sample.<\/p>\n

          Dropping or Mailing Address:<\/strong>
          Soil Water and Plant Testing Lab
          Terra Building T 3-16
          4780 National Western Drive
          Denver, CO 80216<\/p>\n

          Payment<\/strong><\/h2>\n

          Payment is expected at the time of sample submission. Purchase orders are accepted for city offices, landscape companies, crop and environmental consultants, schools, and universities.<\/p>\n

          When samples are mailed, they must be accompanied by a check or money order made payable to Colorado State University for the total amount due.<\/p>\n

          If samples are dropped off in person at the laboratory, payment may be made by credit or debit card.<\/p>\n

          For questions regarding purchase orders, invoicing, or payment, contact the SWPTL at soiltestinglab@colostate.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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          Water Analysis Price List<\/h2>\n

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          W1<\/td>$87.00<\/td>Household Drinking Water Suitability: pH, Soluble Salts (EC), Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), Carbonate, Bicarbonate, Alkalinity, Total Hardness, Calcium (Ca), Magnesium (Mg), Potassium (K), Sodium (Na), Nitrate (NO3), Nitrate-N (NO3-N), Nitrite (NO2), Nitrite-Nitrogen (NO2-N), Phosphorus (P), Sulfate (SO4=), Iron (Fe), Manganese (Mn), Zinc (Zn), Copper (Cu)<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          W2<\/td>$87.00<\/td>Irrigation Water Quality: pH, Soluble Salts (EC), Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), Carbonate, Bicarbonate, Alkalinity, Total Hardness, Nitrate (NO3-), NO3--N, Nitrite (NO2), Nitrite-N (NO2-N) Ca, Mg, K, Na, P, Sulfate (SO4=), Chloride (Cl-), Iron (Fe), Manganese (Mn), Zinc (Zn), Copper (Cu), Boron (B), Sodium Absorption Ratio (SAR)<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          W3<\/td>$82.00<\/td>Livestock Water Sustainability: pH, Soluble Salts (EC), Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), Carbonate, Bicarbonate, Alkalinity, Total Hardness, Calcium (Ca), Magnesium (Mg), Potassium (K), Sodium (Na), Nitrate (NO3), Sulfate (SO4=), Iron (Fe), Manganese (Mn)<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          W4<\/td>$40.00<\/td>Nitrate-N (NO3-N) and Ammonium (NH4+)<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          W5<\/td>$210.00<\/td>Heavy Metals: Aluminum (Al), Arsenic (As), Barium (Ba) , Cadmium (Cd), Chromium (Cr), Lead (Pb), Molybdenum (Mo), Nickel (Ni), and Selenium (Se)<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          W6<\/td>$45.00<\/td>Individual Heavy Metal<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          W7<\/td>$25.00<\/td>Individual Cation such as Calcium (Ca), Magnesium (Mg), Potassium (K), Sodium (Na)<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          W8<\/td>$25.00<\/td>Individual Anion such as Nitrate-N (NO3-N), Sulfate (SO4=) Chloride (Cl-), Fluoride (F-), Phosphate (PO4-3), Bromite (BrO\u2083\u207b)<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          W9<\/td>$45.00<\/td>Metals such as Iron (Fe), Manganese (Mn), Zinc (Zn), Copper (Cu), Boron (B)<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          W10<\/td>$25.00<\/td>Individual Nutrient or Mineral<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          W11<\/td>$30.00<\/td>Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          W12<\/td>$25.00<\/td>Total Suspended Solids (TSS)<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          W13<\/td>$25.00<\/td>Total Organic Carbon (TOC)<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          W14<\/td>$45.00<\/td>Total Alkalinity and Total Hardness<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          W15<\/td>$25.00<\/td>Fluoride (F)<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n

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          Water testing helps identify contaminants that may affect the safety, taste, odor, or quality of your water. Regular testing can help ensure your water is safe for drinking and household use, livestock consumption, and irrigation.<\/p>\n

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          We can test a variety of water sources, including private wells, household drinking water, irrigation water, livestock water, pond water, and recreational water sources such as pools and hot tubs.<\/p>\n

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          Private well owners should test their water at least once a year for nitrates. Additional testing may be recommended if there are changes in taste, odor, appearance, or nearby environmental activities.<\/p>\n

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          Follow the collection instructions carefully (Water Sampling Instructions – Soil Testing Lab<\/a>).<\/p>\n

          Use clean plastic bottles (12 oz to 16 ounces). The bottle should be durable and able to seal tightly.<\/p>\n

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          Water sampling bottles are available at many Colorado State University Extension offices. Bottles may also be obtained directly from the Soil, Water and Plant Testing Laboratory by emailing soiltestinglab@colostate.edu or calling 970-491-5061. Bottles can be picked up during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please note that customers are responsible for any shipping costs associated with bottle requests.<\/p>\n

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          No. Water samples should be collected in clean plastic bottles that are durable and can be tightly sealed. Glass containers may break during shipping or handling.<\/p>\n

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          Samples should be kept cool and protected from direct sunlight whenever possible. Refrigerate samples until they are ready to be mailed or delivered to the laboratory. To help maintain an appropriate temperature during transport, include insulating material and\/or an ice pack with the shipment. Samples should be delivered or mailed to the laboratory as soon as possible after collection.<\/p>\n

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          The required sample volume is 12 to 16 ounces<\/strong>. Please use clean plastic containers and follow the collection instructions carefully (Water Sampling Instructions – Soil Testing Lab<\/a>) to avoid contamination and ensure accurate test results.<\/p>\n

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          Costs vary depending on the tests requested. Visit our website for current pricing (Water Sampling Instructions – Soil Testing Lab<\/a>)<\/p>\n

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          Samples may be mailed to the laboratory or dropped off in person during business hours (Monday through Friday 9 am to 4 pm). Please follow the sample submission instructions and include payment if mailing your sample.<\/p>\n

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          Payment is due when samples are submitted. Mailed samples must include a check or money order payable to Colorado State University<\/strong> for the total amount due. Samples dropped off in person can be paid for by Visa, Mastercard, or Discover<\/strong> credit\/debit card. Purchase orders are accepted from city offices, landscape companies, crop and environmental consultants, schools, and universities.<\/p>\n

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          If an email address was provided with your sample submission, your water test report will be sent by email from Colorado State University quickbooks@notification.intuit.com. Be sure to check your spam or junk folder if you do not receive it. If no email address was provided, the report will be sent by regular USPS mail.<\/p>\n

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          Results will be available within 7 to 10 business days of sample receipt.<\/p>\n

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          The laboratory report will identify any exceedances. You may need to contact a water treatment professional or your local health department for guidance.<\/p>\n

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          The laboratory can explain test results but does not recommend or endorse specific treatment products or vendors.<\/p>\n

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