For information and safety tips regarding the high wind event and Xcel Energy’s public safety power shutoff visit boulderodm.gov.

North Broadway campus, 1333 Iris Ave. Boulder, and Downtown Historic Courthouse, 1325 Pearl St. Boulder, closed Dec. 18 due to power outages.

Dec 18, High Wind Warning and Dec 19, High Wind Warning. No Open Burning in Boulder County.

SepticSmart
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SepticSmart (Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems)

Our office is open to accept drop-off applications with cash or check payments from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. If you would like to pay with a credit card or electronic check, you will need to apply online. For all other inquiries, you can contact us by calling 303-441-1564 or emailing HealthOWS@bouldercounty.gov to speak with a permit specialist. Most questions can be answered through a phone call or email the same day.

We do offer in-person or virtual consultations to discuss more complex issues through scheduled appointments. If you need to schedule an appointment, please get in touch with our team at 303-441-1564 or via email at HealthOWS@bouldercounty.gov. Please note that consultations requiring more than one hour may incur a fee of $155.85/hour.

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Check Septic Records

Septic systems are the second most frequently cited source of groundwater contamination in our county. Unapproved, aging, and failing septic systems have a significant impact on the quality and safety of our water supply.