Wastewater
The Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department administers and maintains sewage collection systems and treatment facilities for Nevada County Sanitation District Number 1.
There are 10 zones within the Sanitation District with facilities that collect and treat 1,245,000 gallons of wastewater each day. The Sanitation District provides sewer service to 5,230 accounts in western Nevada County with a population of 14,000.
NEW: Nevada County Sanitation District No.1’s Proposed Sewer Rate Adjustments
For more information on Wastewater Rate Study and Fee Adjustment, please visit the NCSD Rates page.
For Sewer Emergencies or Odors Call:
(530) 265-1555
24 hours per day, 7 days per week
Wastewater Operations During PSPS Outages
FOR PROPERTY OWNERS WITH PRIVATE, RESIDENTIAL,
“PUMP TANK SEWER SYSTEMS “
for the Communities of Penn Valley, Lake Wildwood, Eden Ranch, Lake of the Pines, Darkhorse and Mountain Lake Estates
Operations of Equipment
During power outages, sewer systems that operate on private residential pump tanks within the communities of Penn Valley, Lake Wildwood, Eden Ranch, Lake of the Pines and Dark Horse and Mountain Lake Estates, will not be functional. All wastewater deposited into the tank will simply accumulate and have nowhere to go, potentially creating overflows and hazardous spills.
Water Conservation
It is imperative that during these extended power outages , residents conserve water usage as much as possible. This includes flushing of toilets, wastewater from sinks, tubs and showers as well as laundry and dishwashers.
Use of generators
Pump tanks will not be operational until either power is restored or unless the system has been professionally added to a whole-house, back-up generator by a licensed electrical contractor. It is highly discouraged that portable generators be used to operate pump tanks.
Alarms
Once power is restored, be prepared for alarms to go off on systems. It is not necessary to contact the Sanitation District regarding the alarm once the power has been restored unless it is in conjunction with a spill. Field technicians will be making the rounds at that time and checking on systems throughout the District.
Overflows & Spills
If an overflow or spill occurs, please immediately contact the Sanitation District at (530) 265-1555.
We ask that residents are patient during this event and once power is restored. We greatly appreciate your cooperation.
New Sewer Connections & Annual Charges
Find information about connecting to a District sewer system and to obtain the necessary forms and specifications. Apply for a Sewer Permit (PDF).
Supplemental Zone packets
Dark Horse
Eden Ranch supplement
Mountain Lake Estates
Penn Valley/Valley Oak
Find yearly charges for one Equivalent Dwelling Unit (EDU) for connected properties in the respective zones of the District.
Sanitation District Codes
The Sanitation Code contains provisions related to sewers and sewerage systems and more.
Sewer System Management Plan
View and download the Sanitary Sewer Management Plan (SSMP) requirements (PDF).
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Brad Torres
Wastewater Operations Manager
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Wastewater / Nevada County Sanitation District 1
Physical Address
950 Maidu Avenue, Suite 170
PO Box 599002
Nevada City, CA 95959-7902
Phone: 530-265-1411Fax: (530) 265-9849Emergency: Sewer Only - (530) 265-1555
Call 811 before you dig.
Public Works Office Hours
Monday - Friday
Open from 8:00 - 5:00
New Project Submittals: 8 am – 3:30
Appointments are available. Book an appointment.