Regulations for Drinking Water and Wastewater
The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), which celebrates its 30th anniversary on December 16, 2004, is the main federal law that ensures the quality of Americans' drinking water. Under SDWA, EPA sets standards for drinking water quality and oversees the states, localities, and water suppliers who implement those standards. If you have a technical question we can help. Call us toll free at (800) 624-8301 or e-mail info@mail.nesc.wvu.edu and ask for technical assistance.
The State Onsite Regulators Alliance (SORA) and Captains of Industry (COI) Conference is an annual event hosted by the NESC, NRCCE, and West Virginia Univertisty promotes the decentralized wastewater industry as a viable and sustainable option for wastewater infrastructure. Network with state-and federal-level decision-makers, learn about the current status of research and programs, and meet with state and federal coordinators from across the country.
Our Info.
- Onsite Wastewater System Resources - Information includes Onsite Regulations Database, Guide to State Onsite Summaries, Onsite Wastewater Regulatory Agencies, and more.
EPA Links, Downloads
- The free products, tools, and online resources below are provided by our funding sponsor, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). These links will open new web pages.
- Compliance Audits of Public Drinking Water Systems (pdf)
- Small System Compliance Technology Lists
- Federal and State Government Regulations and Program References
- The Wastewater Information System Tool (TWIST)
- The following are presented by Local Government Environmental Assistance Network (LGEAN)
- State Requirements by Interactive U.S. Map
- Regulatory Federal Requirements