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Southwest District Water Operators School
Conducted by the:
- Minnesota Department of Health and
- American Water Works Association - Minnesota Section
The Southwest District will hold two one-day schools in 2026. Details will be posted as they are available.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
901 Cook Street, Redwood Falls, MN 56283
Attendees will receive 6 contact hours.
A certification exam will be held at 1:00 p.m. on April 15.
Applications for the exam must be submitted by March 25, 2026.
or contact Noel Hansen, noel.hansen@state.mn.us, 651-201-4690.
Registration details for the Southwest School
- Fee: $40
(Please register by April 1, 2026.) - Register and pay on-line:
MN AWWA Community Calendar
Agenda to follow.
Lodging is available at the Country Inn and Suites (next door to the Event Center), 7320 Airport View Drive SW, Rochester, Minnesota 55902. Call 507-218-7903 and ask for the special AWWA rate for guest rooms.
Last Updated: 01/15/2026