Well Sealing Cost Share Program

How it works

Blue Earth County Property & Environmental Resources is once again administering a well sealing cost-share program. The county says it has operated this program since 1991.

The program is intended to help property owners pay the costs of having old, unused wells properly sealed by a licensed well contractor, as required by state law. The page says the program has helped with the proper sealing of 1,431 wells in Blue Earth County through 2024.

What the money covers

The assistance is for the cost of sealing old, unused wells. The page does not list a dollar cap, a reimbursement percentage, or any formula for calculating the county share.

How it works with contractors

The page specifically says sealing must be done by a licensed well contractor. It does not explain whether the county pays the contractor directly, reimburses the owner, or issues funds after work is completed.

Documents and resources

The page links to a Sealing Unused Wells brochure, a Cost Share Application, and FAQs. It also points users to contact staff for more information.

How to apply

The page says to call or email for further information. Contact details shown on the page include Tim Grant and Jesse Anderson, with phone number (507) 304-4251.

Timing and deadlines

The county says it is currently administering the program, but the page does not publish an application deadline, end date, or waiting list information.