Source Water Protection Program

The Integrated Source Water Protection Program is a comprehensive voluntary approach to help communities develop and implement a plan that protects their public drinking water supplies.

The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) has contracted with us, Resource Concepts, Inc. (RCI), to provide technical assistance at no charge to Nevada communities (2012 through 2028).

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NDEP has eliminated the need for local community contract administration by contracting directly with a technical assistance provider to facilitate every aspect of source water protection planning and implementation. NDEP coordinates Source Water Protection (SWP) with other government agencies for maximum protection of Nevada’s water resources. NDEP may also assist communities in creating a public outreach plan that meets each community’s needs, and by providing guidance on how to implement that plan.

Source water includes bodies of water such as lakes, springs, streams, rivers and groundwater/aquifers that become our water supply. Both surface and groundwater can be polluted by various human activities and natural occurrences. Once a source of drinking water becomes polluted, it becomes extremely costly and difficult to clean. Preventing water supply contamination up front lessens associated health issues and the high costs of water treatment and source water development. We have the power to support our water system operators as they implement strategic safeguards to manage contamination threats and incidents that may pollute our drinking water.

Online mapping tools designed to enhance source water protection efforts. These resources provide insights into water quality, land use, and more.

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of manufactured chemicals used in non-stick cookware, water resistant clothing, carpets, paper food packaging, and fire retardants. Due to their unique chemical structure, PFAS do not break down easily. Their persistence allows them to accumulate in the environment over time, leading to potential risks for human health and ecosystems. Addressing PFAS contamination in water systems has become a growing focus for Nevada’s ISWPP Team.

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Where Is My Plan?

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Lyon County

Nye County

Storey County

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Upcoming Events

  • RCI’s Source Water Protection Yearly Calendar:

Announcements

  • Nye County’s Community Source Water Protection Plan Update 2024: Fresh Insights and Essential Updates in Progress!
  • SWPP New Business Notification Page: https://tmwa.com/what-is-tmwas-source-water-protection-program/
    The New Business Notification process requires TMWA to be alerted when new activities are planned near critical water infrastructure. This allows TMWA to inform businesses about nearby drinking-water sources and offer guidance on preventing contamination.