What are the regulations in the state of Wyoming for installing a Septic System?
In the State of Wyoming, there are minimum standards for the design and construction of small waste water treatment facilities (septic systems or drainfields). It is the homeowners responsibility to assure that septic system installers comply with the proper design and siting requirements. The Water Quality Division (WDEQ/WQD) Rules & Regulations that pertain to the installation of septic systems are presented in Chapter 11, Part D. To download this document click here. WDEQ/WQD offices issue permits for septic systems in the following counties in Wyoming: Big Horn, Carbon, Crook, Hot Springs, Niobrara, Platte, Washakie, and Weston. Permits for septic systems MUST be filled out and accepted prior to being inspected in Crook County by the County Designee (see below). This application is quite extensive and usually the contractor and/or installer can help you fill it out. For a copy of the permit applications stop by our office, or click here for a website where you can download the same
