ENRTF ID: 086-B Project Title: Groundwater Microbiology Phase 2: Private Wells Category: B. Water Resources Summary: The proposed study will generate critically important knowledge on the microbiological quality of private wells throughout Minnesota, identify risk factors, and provide sound guidance for protecting public health. Total Project Budget: $ 499,196 Proposed Project Time Period for the Funding Requested: June 30, 2023 (3 yrs) Name: Raymond Hozalski Sponsoring Organization: U of MN Department: Civil, Environmental, and Geo-Engineering Address: 500 Pillsbury Drive SE Minneapolis MN 55455 Telephone Number: (612) 626-9650 Email hozal001@umn.edu Location: Statewide Alternate Text for Visual: Pathogens in water from private wells pose a health risk for many Minnesotans.