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NDEP Wraps up Lead Testing in Nevada Schools

In recognition of National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, Nevada is celebrating the successful effort to conduct lead testing programs in public schools, public charter schools, and licensed child care facilities across the state.

For more information visit the NDEP Lead Testing in Nevada Schools News Release

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NDEP Wraps up Lead Testing in Nevada Schools

In recognition of National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (October 20–26, 2025), Nevada is celebrating the successful effort to conduct lead testing programs in public schools, public charter schools, and licensed child care facilities across the state. These voluntary testing programs provided an opportunity to confirm that children in learning and care environments have access to safe drinking water and helped identify and address potential sources of lead exposure.

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NEWS - Agencies release Lake Tahoe HAB results

Agencies release results from water sampling at two Lake Tahoe beaches

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Public Notices

Notice of Proposed Action - BWPC - Eagle Valley Golf Course

Notice of Proposed Action - Eagle Valley Gold Course NS0092021 - Application for the renewal of their groundwater discharge permit. Public comment is open until 5:00 P.M. on 12/22/25.

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NOPA - BWPC - Baldwin Springs Arsenic Removal Plant

Notice of Proposed Action - Baldwin Springs Arsenic Removal Plant NS2008503 - Application for the renewal of their groundwater discharge permit. Public comment is open until 5:00 P.M. on 12/19/25

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