Solid Waste Branch

Solid Waste Management Plan

he purpose of the Solid Waste Branch is stated in a declaration of state policy in the Nevada Revised Statutes: NRS 444.440 Declaration of state policy. It is hereby declared to be the policy of this state to regulate the collection and disposal of solid waste in a manner that will:

  1. Protect public health and welfare.
  2. Prevent water or air pollution.
  3. Prevent the spread of disease and the creation of nuisances.
  4. Conserve natural resources.
  5. Enhance the beauty and quality of the environment.

In addition to implementing regulations governing the "Collection and Disposal of Solid Waste", as laid out in NRS Chapter 444, the Solid Waste Branch also has responsibilities under Chapter 444A, "Programs for Recycling".

Alternative Daily Cover at Ormsby Landfill, Carson City Full Circle Compost, Douglas County Tipping Floor at Sutro Transfer Station, Lyon County
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About Solid Waste Management

Solid Waste Management Plan

Guidance Documents

Solid Waste Forms

Solid Waste Facility Inventory

PowerPoint Presentations

Permitting a Solid Waste
    Management Facility

Special Waste Management

Statutes and Regulations

Recycling Home Page

External Links Page

Illegal Dumping

Rawhide Landfill

Recycling And Solid Waste
    Management Grant Program

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