Vernon County readies nitrate lab for March audit as testing workload grows

Dec 10, 2025

Health department staff told the board the nitrate lab audit is scheduled for March 3; staff processed about 180 nitrate samples last year and anticipate roughly 140 additional annual tests if new tourist rooming-house rules take effect.

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The health department announced a nitrate laboratory audit set for March 3 and described expanding testing needs tied to upcoming regulatory changes. Director (S1) said the department processed about 180 nitrate samples this year and expects a regulatory change for tourist rooming houses that could add roughly 140 annual tests.

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