The Benton-Franklin Health District (BFHD) Water Lab has been providing a wide range of environmental monitoring, analytical services, and public consultations to the clients of Benton and Franklin counties and surrounding areas. Our goal is to protect the health of our citizens, provide necessary information to help protect our environment and help the public and private sectors to meet their regulatory responsibilities.
Please review the information bellow for our operation schedule, current services and fees.
HOLIDAY CLOSURE AND SAMPLE SUBMISSION NOTICE
Holiday Closure: Our Lab will be closed on these upcoming holidays:
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November 11st, 2026: Veteran day holiday
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November 26th and 27th: Thanksgiving holiday
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December 24th and 25th; Christmas holiday and BFHD floating holiday
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January 1st, 2027: New Year holiday
Sample Submission Advisories: Click here to see our sample acceptance guidelines for upcoming holidays.
Please be advised that laboratory operations may be affected by inclement weather, resulting in temporary closures. To help ensure timely processing and regulatory compliance, we strongly encourage clients submitting monthly compliance samples to do so during the first and second weeks of November and December whenever possible. Early submission will help minimize the risk of delays associated with unforeseen weather-related closures.
If you have any questions or are planning to submit samples near these holiday periods, please contact our laboratory at 509-460-4206. We will be happy to assist you.
LAB SERVICES AND FEES:
CLICK HERE: Current Scope of Accreditation 2026-2027
CLICK HERE: Current Testing Services & Fees
Sample Containers and Sample Submission: All sample containers are provided by the BFHD Lab. Clients can pick up containers, make payments and submit samples at our Environmental Health Front Desk (Second Floor in the Kennewick Office).
Laboratory Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Hours may change around holidays. Please call 509-460-4206 to confirm availability during holiday periods
Recommended sample drop-off times:
- Monday–Thursday: before 4:30 p.m.
- Friday: before 3:30 p.m
This ensures adequate time for same-day test setup. Some tests require samples to be submitted within a limited hold time and on certain days during the week.
If you anticipate submitting a large number of samples, please coordinate with our laboratory staff to arrange the best drop-off time. Doing so can help avoid additional fees for overtime or special services.
Contact the Lab: Please use the online form, call 509-460-4206, or visit the environmental health front desk (Kennewick office) for assistance related to water quality and water testing services.