Environmental Health
The Cumberland County Health Department issues operating permits and inspects food establishments, including temporary food vendors. CCHD also provides education to the public about safe food handling, preparation, and storage.
CCHD issues construction permits and performs inspections to ensure proper installation and repair of privately owned sewage disposal systems.
CCHD issues construction permits and performs inspections to ensure proper installation and repair of privately owned water wells. Noncommunity water systems are also inspected. CCHD collects water well samples for testing at the IDPH lab. Residents may collect their sample and CCHD will submit their water for testing.