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Southwest District Health

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📍 Service Area

Southwestern Idaho - 6 Counties

  • Adams County Seal Adams County - Pop. ~4,000 (Rural mountains, Council) • GIS Map →
  • Canyon County Seal Canyon County - Pop. ~246,000 (Nampa, Caldwell - 2nd largest Idaho county) • GIS Map →
  • Gem County Seal Gem County - Pop. ~19,000 (Emmett) • GIS Map →
  • Owyhee County Seal Owyhee County - Pop. ~12,000 (Marsing, Homedale - 2nd largest by area) • GIS Map →
  • Payette County Seal Payette County - Pop. ~25,000 (Payette, Fruitland) • GIS Map →
  • Washington County Seal Washington County - Pop. ~10,000 (Weiser) • GIS Map →

Total Population: ~316,000

📋 Quick Facts

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  • Collection Date: November 4, 2025
  • Document Count: 7 PDFs (1.3 MB)
  • Most Recent Updates: April 2025 (Gravel Pit List)
  • Source: Southwest District Health

🌟 What Makes This District Unique

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Subdivision Engineering Specialization

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The SER documents (Subdivision Engineering Reports) are unique to this collection, focusing on large-scale residential development rather than individual home sites. Essential for developers and planning departments in the rapidly growing Treasure Valley.

Emergency Response Focus

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Proper Sewage Clean-Up Procedures provides critical safety guidance not found in other collections - addresses sewage spills, backup situations, and proper disinfection protocols.

Well Water Quality Expertise

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Two specialized guides address common well water problems in SW Idaho's agricultural areas.

Digital-First Approach

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Southwest District uses Hedgerow Software portal for online applications and payments, reducing paper forms while maintaining PDF resources for reference.

📁 Available Documents

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All documents open in a new tab. Click any PDF below to view the original document.

Subdivision

Subdivision Engineering Report Template
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SER Sanitary Restriction Language
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Subdivision Application
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Emergency

Proper Sewage Clean-Up Procedures
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Technical

Gravel Pit List 2025
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Well Water

Disinfecting Your Well
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Hydrogen Sulfide in Drinking Water
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Additional Resources

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🌐 Online Portal

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Southwest District uses the Hedgerow Software portal for modern, streamlined service:

Portal: https://swdh3.hedgerowsoftware.com/

Features:

  • Online application submission
  • Electronic payment processing
  • Application status tracking
  • Reduced paperwork

🗺️ Geographic Context

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Southwest District Health serves Idaho's agricultural heartland and Boise's western suburbs:

  • Boise metropolitan fringe (Canyon County - Nampa, Caldwell)
  • Agricultural communities (onions, dairy, sugar beets, wine grapes)
  • High desert terrain (Owyhee County - vast open spaces)
  • Snake River valley
  • Significant subdivision development pressure (Treasure Valley expansion)
  • Growing population from Boise metro spillover

🎯 Usage Scenarios

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For Developers & Engineers

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  • Large Subdivisions: SER template and standardized requirements
  • Plat Language: Sanitary restriction wording for legal documents
  • Planning: Subdivision application process and review
  • Materials: Approved gravel pit list

For Homeowners

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  • Emergency Response: Sewage cleanup safety procedures
  • Well Issues: Hydrogen sulfide identification and treatment
  • Well Maintenance: Disinfection procedures after contamination
  • Water Quality: Problem diagnosis and remediation

For Installers

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  • Material Sourcing: Current 2025 approved gravel pit list
  • Quality Assurance: Ensure aggregates meet district standards
  • Subdivision Work: SER requirements for large projects

For Emergency Responders

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  • Sewage Spills: Proper cleanup and disinfection procedures
  • Health Hazards: Safety protocols and PPE requirements
  • Public Health Protection: Contamination control

For Real Estate Professionals

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  • Subdivision Sales: Understanding SER requirements
  • Well Water: Common issues and solutions
  • Due Diligence: Emergency procedure awareness

🏗️ Subdivision Development Focus

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The Subdivision Engineering Report (SER) documents are particularly important in Southwest District due to:

  • Rapid growth in Canyon County (Boise metro expansion)
  • Agricultural land conversion to residential
  • Large-scale development projects
  • Planning & Zoning coordination requirements

💧 Well Water Issues

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Southwest Idaho's agricultural character means many properties rely on wells. Common issues addressed:

Hydrogen Sulfide ("Rotten Egg" Smell)

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  • Cause: Sulfur bacteria or geological formations
  • Treatment: Chlorination, aeration, filtration
  • Prevention: Proper well construction and maintenance

Contamination Events

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  • Sources: Surface water intrusion, agricultural runoff
  • Response: Well disinfection procedures
  • Testing: Post-treatment verification
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📞 Contact Information

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Southwest District Health

Visit Website → Online Portal →

Referenced Regulations

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  • IDAPA 58.01.03 Individual/Subsurface Sewage Disposal Rules
  • IDAPA 58.01.15 Rules Governing the Cleaning of Septic Tanks
  • Idaho DEQ Technical Guidance Manual (statewide)

Collection archived November 4, 2025. Always verify current requirements and use online portal for applications.