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Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Protecting, managing & enhancing Nevada's natural, cultural, recreational resources.

We’re wrapping up our SepticSmart tips with one of the most important: Pump Your Tank! 💧Routine pumping helps keep your ...
09/21/2026

We’re wrapping up our SepticSmart tips with one of the most important: Pump Your Tank! 💧

Routine pumping helps keep your septic system working properly and can prevent backups, system failures and costly repairs.

Have your septic tank pumped at the intervals recommended by a septic service professional.

Taking care of your septic system is one simple way Nevada homeowners can help protect groundwater and water quality.

Be mindful of what you flush!Wipes, diapers, paper towels and other household items belong in the trash, not down the to...
09/20/2026

Be mindful of what you flush!

Wipes, diapers, paper towels and other household items belong in the trash, not down the toilet. Flushing the wrong things can clog pipes, damage your septic system and lead to costly repairs.

💧 This SepticSmart Week, remember: Don’t Overload the Commode!

Proper septic care helps protect your home and Nevada’s groundwater.

When was the last time your septic system was inspected?Regular inspections and maintenance can help identify problems e...
09/19/2026

When was the last time your septic system was inspected?

Regular inspections and maintenance can help identify problems early, before they become costly repairs or affect groundwater.

💧 Protect It and Inspect It! NDEP encourages septic system owners to have their systems regularly inspected and serviced by a qualified professional.

Taking care of your septic system helps protect your property and Nevada’s water resources.

Your drainfield may be out of sight, but it’s an important part of your septic system.Keep vehicles, structures and deep...
09/18/2026

Your drainfield may be out of sight, but it’s an important part of your septic system.

Keep vehicles, structures and deep-rooted trees away from your drainfield, and direct rainwater and other surface water away from the area.

💧 Shield Your Field! Protecting your drainfield helps keep your septic system working properly and helps protect Nevada’s groundwater.

Do you rely on a private well for your drinking water? Regular testing can help make sure your water remains safe.If you...
09/17/2026

Do you rely on a private well for your drinking water? Regular testing can help make sure your water remains safe.

If your home has both a private well and septic system, proper maintenance of both is important. A failing septic system can contaminate groundwater and potentially affect nearby drinking water sources.

💧 Keep It Clean! Test your well water regularly and keep up with septic system maintenance.

DCNR recently joined TRPA for a boat tour on Lake Tahoe to discuss shoreline development, forest health, aquatic invasiv...
09/16/2026

DCNR recently joined TRPA for a boat tour on Lake Tahoe to discuss shoreline development, forest health, aquatic invasive species, and recent updates to environmental thresholds. Big thanks to TRPA for the on‑the‑water perspective and continued partnership in protecting Tahoe’s natural resources.

Being water-wise isn’t only good for Nevada. It’s good for your septic system, too! 💧Using water efficiently and spreadi...
09/16/2026

Being water-wise isn’t only good for Nevada. It’s good for your septic system, too! 💧

Using water efficiently and spreading out laundry, dishwasher cycles and other high-water-use activities can help prevent overloading your septic system.

This SepticSmart Week, NDEP is reminding Nevadans that small changes in how we use water can help septic systems work better and last longer.

It’s SepticSmart Week! 💧This week, the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection is sharing simple tips to help Nevada...
09/15/2026

It’s SepticSmart Week! 💧

This week, the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection is sharing simple tips to help Nevadans take care of their septic systems and protect Nevada’s water quality.

First up: Think at the Sink! What goes down your drain matters. Fats, oils, grease, food waste and harsh chemicals can cause problems for your septic system.

A healthy septic system helps protect your property and Nevada’s groundwater.

We remember.Today, we honor the lives lost and the first responders and others who stepped forward to help in the moment...
09/11/2026

We remember.

Today, we honor the lives lost and the first responders and others who stepped forward to help in the moments, days, and months that followed.

We will never forget their courage, service, and sacrifice.

Swimming is currently prohibited for visitors and pets on the Silver Springs side of Lahontan Reservoir due to elevated ...
09/10/2026

Swimming is currently prohibited for visitors and pets on the Silver Springs side of Lahontan Reservoir due to elevated toxin levels from a harmful algal bloom (HAB).

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