Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board



The Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board was created in 1999 to examine, license and regulate persons engaged in manufacture, installation or servicing of onsite wastewater systems in Alabama. This board was created to establish the qualification levels for those engaged in the manufacture, installation, servicing or cleaning of onsite wastewater systems and equipment in Alabama and promote the proper manufacture, installation and servicing of onsite wastewater systems. The AOWB currently licenses over 1200 persons who perform work in the onsite wastewater industry in Alabama.

Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board
450 South Union Street, 2nd Floor
Montgomery, Alabama 36104

Local: 334-269-6800
Fax: 334-269-5953

Visit the AOWB web site at: http://aowb.alabama.gov

Alaska Division of Water Wastewater Discharge Authorization

Visit the Web site at: www.dec.state.ak.us/water/wwdp/onsite/index.htm

The Az Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association's (AzOWRA)
mission is to:

"Provide value to property owners and our membership through communication, education, training, quality services and advocacy regarding onsite and decentralized wastewater treatment, reuse and management".

• Membership in AzOWRA is your best way to assure you:
• Keep current with local and national trends in the onsite industry;
• Network with onsite professionals throughout Arizona;
• Are provided access to workshops and educational programs at a discounted fee
• Are afforded additional opportunities to shape and develop state policy affecting the onsite community.

Visit the Web Site
www.azonsite.org

Onsite Wastewater



The Onsite Wastewater Section sets statewide policies and provides assistance to Environmental Health Specialists in each of the county health departments. The section, in cooperation with the local Environmental Specialist review permit applications for onsite wastewater systems under 5000 gallons per day for subsurface treatment and under 2000 gallons per day for surface discharging design.

http://www.healthy.arkansas.gov/programsServices/environmentalHealth/OnsiteWastewater

California Onsite Wastewater Association




California Onsite Wastewater Association P.O. Box 8047, Chico, CA 95927-8047 Tel: 530-513-6658
www.cowa.org
Email: COWAemail@gmail.com

Colorado Professionals in Onsite Wastewater



CPOW
PO Box 461087
Glendale, CO 80246

Visit the CPOW web site at: www.cpow.net

Connecticut Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association
PO Box 116
East Hampton, CT 06424




860-267-1057 or 860-638-8188
fax 860-267-1557
info@cowra-online.org

Visit the COWRA web site at: www.cowra-online.org

Connecticut Environmental Health Association (CEHA): http://www.cteha.org/

Delaware On-Site Wastewater Recycling Association
PO Box 1696
Dover DE 19903





Who We Are

The DOWRA was established in the fall of 1996 to promote the ideals and importance of the use and reuse of wastewater. Wastewater is the water that has passed through the plumbing system of your house. The recycling of water is vital to the environment, wildlife, and humans. DOWRA wants to inform homeowners, politicians, real estate agents, and the on-site industry of the importance of the need for on-site wastewater treatment and disposal systems.

On-Site wastewater treatment and disposal systems are found in various forms such as in individual on lot systems, large/community systems, spray irrigation or small treatment plants. DOWRA members represent every aspect of the industry from the site evaluator to the waste hauler. The membership combines the knowledge and experience of some of the best individuals within the State of Delaware as well as the Delmarva Peninsula. The Association is a part of a larger organization, NOWRA. NOWRA, The National On-Site Wastewater Recycling Association, contains the expertise of the industry from the entire nation and the world.

What We Do

• Establish uniform performance standards for design installation, and servicing of onsite treatment systems.
• Promote the need for regular service and maintenance of onsite systems - regionally and nationally.
• Establish guidelines and materials to train and certify onsite operations/maintenance personnel.
• Communicate information among members as well as to organizations, agencies and individuals concerned with onsite treatment systems.
• Collect and disseminate statistics, studies and other facts affecting the onsite wastewater recycling industry.
• Educate the public concerning the value of recycling wastewater and the need for properly designed and maintained onsite treatment systems.
• Assist in the development of sound ecological practices and expand the national awareness of the important economic contributions of onsite treatment systems.

Visit the DOWRA web site at: www.dowra.org

Florida Onsite Wastewater Association



Florida Onsite Wastewater Association, Inc.
P. O. Box 950368
Lake Mary, FL 32795-0368

Visit the FOWA Web site at: http://www.fowaonsite.com

Georgia Onsite Wastewater Association



The Georgia Onsite Wastewater Association (GOWA) is a state-wide, non profit trade association which represents all those individuals and companies who are engaged in the design, sales, installation, maintenance, service and repair and regulation of individual onsite wastewater treatment systems for residential, commercial, industrial, governmental and institutional customers.

Phone:	(678) 646-0379
Fax:	(866) 267 3792
Address:	Georgia Onsite Wastewater Association P.O. Box 1928 Duluth, Georgia 30096

Visit the Georgia Onsite Wastewater Association Web site at: http://www.onsitewastewater.org

Georgia Fats, Oil, and Grease Alliance




The Georgia F.O.G. Alliance (Fats, Oils & Grease)

From the Georgia F.O.G. web site "The Georgia FOG Alliance is a non-profit organization that provides information,education and networking with any Municipality or Local Governing Authority that wishes to establish or has established a Fats, Oils and Grease Program. We also offer tools for Commercial Waste Transporters as a major gateway of becoming a Legal Commercial Waste Transporter in the State of Georgia. We welcome your input on any information about this site and also any questions you may have for us. Our network of over 30 Municipality and Local Governing Authority members across the State of Georgia should be able to assist you with any questions you may have, either starting a Fats, Oils and Grease Program or even help maintaining one. Even general help on Fats, Oils and Grease can be provided to you."

Visit the Georgia F.O.G. Alliance Web site at: www.georgiafog.com

Hawaii Department of Health




Visit the Hawaii Department of Health septic information page at: http://hawaii.gov/health/environmental/water/cleanwater/prc/septic.html

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality



Visit the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality On-Site Wastewater Systems page at: http://www.deq.idaho.gov/water/prog_issues/waste_water/onsite_septic_systems.cfm

Onsite Wastewater Professionals of Illinois



Our Mission is to advance and promote the onsite wastewater community in Illinois, serving all aspects including manufacturers, contractors, field practitioners, suppliers, engineers and designers, research and academic professionals, consultants, property owners, builders/developers/realtors, and government regulatory personnel.

Visit the Onsite Wastewater Professionals of Illinois web site at: www.owpi.net

Indiana Onsite Waste Water Professionals Association



Indiana Onsite Waste Water Professionals Association
7915 S. Emerson Ave., Ste 132
Indianapolis, IN 46237-9708

317-889-2382
info@iowpa.org

Visit the IOWPA Web site at: www.iowpa.org

Other:

Indiana State Department of Health Onsite Sewage

Iowa Onsite Wastewater Association
10927 Lincoln
Des Moines, IA 50325




Since its inception in 1999, IOWWA has worked to educate both the members and public about the benefits of quality onsite wastewater treatment. IOWWA is one of the largest state organizations in the country focused on the onsite wastewater industry. Our members number some 400 and include regulators, installation contractors, maintenance contractors, soil scientists, engineers, manufacturers and educators. These people join to make IOWWA a diverse and well-balanced organization.

IOWWA is directed by a board of members elected by the association. The Board of Directors consists of 10 members that equally represent five major groups in the organization; contractors, regulators, manufacturers, maintenance providers, and other representatives (e.g. designers, soil scientists, educators). The Board of Directors meets regularly to conduct the business of the organization, address current issues, and plan future activities.

IOWWA supports onsite waste water system inspections at time of property transfer. IOWWA supports mandatory certification of installers, designers, regulators and maintenance providers. IOWWA is currently working to establish a voluntary certification program for on site system installers, designers and regulators.

IOWWA is a constituent state member of the National Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association (NOWRA), the largest organization within the U.S. dedicated solely to educating and representing members within the onsite and decentralized industry.

The Iowa Onsite Waste Water Association works to support its members, promote the onsite waste water industry, and to ultimately improve water quality in Iowa.

Visit the IOWWA web site at: www.iowwa.com


SEPTIC INDUSTRY INFORMATION

Seven counties now require onsite installers to be certified through the National Environmental Health Association’s Certified Installer of Onsite Waste Water Treatment Systems national credential.

According to the spring 2010 newsletter of the Iowa Onsite Wastewater Association, the certification was first required in Bremer County in 2008. The group reports that 158 installers in Iowa hold the credential, more than in any other state. IOWWA is assessing the requirements for credentials or continuing education in all 99 counties.

Kansas Small Flows Association
1601 East Peoria, #302
Paola, KS 66071




kansassmallflows@yahoo.com

Phone: 913-594-1472

Visit the KSFA web site at: www.ksfa.org

Kentucky Onsite Wastewater Association



The Anderson Campus
Bluegrass Community & Technical College
1500 Bypass North US 127
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342

Kentucky Onsite Wastewater Association
P.O. Box 564 
Hawesville, KY 42348

Phone:  (270) 314-7110
Fax:  (270) 228-4115
email:  questions@kentuckyonsite.org

Visit the KOWA Web site at: www.kentuckyonsite.org

Louisiana Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association

Louisiana Onsite Wastewater Association, Inc.
6245 Smith Lane
Shreveport, La. 71107
Phone: 318 687-2906

Visit the LOWRA Web site at: www.laowra.org

Maine Association of Professional Soil Scientists:

• http://www.mapss.org

Maine Department of Environmental Protection:

• http://www.state.me.us/dep/index.shtml

Maine Division of Environmental Health:

• http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/eng

Maine Rural Water Association:

• http://www.mainerwa.org/

Maryland Onsite Wastewater Professional Association PO Box 2570
Ellicot City, MD 21041-2570

Phone: 443/570-2029 Fax: 443/267-0098
Email: info@mowpa.org

Visit the MOWPA web site at: www.mopa.org

Yankee Onsite Wastewater Association (YOWA)
10 Tower Office Park, Suite 601
Woburn, MA 01801-2155




Massachusetts Title 5:

• http://mass.gov/dep/water/wastewat.htm

New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission (NEIWPCC):

• http://www.neiwpcc.org/

New England Water Environment Association:

• http://www.newea.org

Michigan Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association

Visit the MOWRA Web site at: www.mowra.org

Minnesota Onsite Wastewater Association





MOWA Services c/o Martyn Service Co.
5200 Willson Road, Suite 300
Edina, MN 55424

(888) 810-4178 or (952) 345-1141

Visit the MOWA web site at: www.mowa-mn.com

University of Minnesota Extension
Septic Industry Classes

Visit the University of Minnesota Extension Web Site at: septic.umn.edu

Mississippi State Department of Health

On-Site Wastewater Program: msdh.ms.gov

Missouri Smallflows Organization



Missouri Smallflows Organization
2 Kissee Avenue
Kimberling City, MO

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 606
Kimberling City, MO 65686
 
Phone: (417) 739-4100
 
Email: contact@mosmallflows.org

Visit the Missouri Smallflows Organization Web site at: www.mosmallflows.org

Montana Environmental Health Association





MEHA
PO Box 741
Helena, MT 59624    

Email: admin@mehaweb.org

Visit the MEHA Web site at: www.mehaweb.org

Nebraska On-site Waste Water Association
1233 Lincoln Mall, Suite 201
Lincoln, Nebraska 68508
402/476-0162 - Fax:402/476-2469

www.nowwa.org

Nevada Department of Environmental Protection



http://ndep.nv.gov/bwpc/uic_lcssinfo.htm

New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services: http://www.des.state.nh.us


Granite State Designers and Installers Association

"Granite State Designers and Installers Association is New Hampshire's trade association for those working with on-site subsurface wastewater disposal systems. This website provides background about the organization and useful information for homeowners such as the care and maintenance of septic systems and how to find a qualified septic designer, installer, and evaluator.  Professionals will find links to all rules and laws concerning septic systems as well as a complete listing of a calendar of events."

Visit the GSDI Web site at: www.gsdia.org

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
Division of Water Quality





Onsite Wastewater Management Program

http://www.state.nj.us/dep/dwq/owmp_main.htm

New Mexico Environment Department



Liquid Waste (Septic Tank) Program

http://www.nmenv.state.nm.us/fod/liquidwaste/

VEHICLE INFORMATION

New York State Department of Transportation

These two web links are directed to the same NY state government page:

http://www.nypermits.org or https://www.nysdot.gov/nypermits

Here is a quick link to a general information page regarding truck dimensions and weights:

Legal Dimensions, Weights and Gross Weights for New York State

SEPTIC INDUSTRY INFORMATION

Carolina Onsite Water Recycling Association, Inc. (COWRA)
PO Box 268
Mooresville, NC 28115

Visit the COWRA web site at:

North Dakota Department of Health



Division of Water Quality
918 East Divide Avenue, 4th Floor Bismarck, ND 58501-1947
701-328-5210
Visit the Division of Water Quality at: http://www.ndhealth.gov/WQ/

Ohio Onsite Wastewater Association



Ohio Onsite Wastewater Association 672 State Route 247 Manchester, Ohio 45144
866-843-4429
oowa@ohioonsite.org
Visit the Ohio Onsite Wastewater Web site at: http://www.ohioonsite.org

Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality




Visit the DEQ On-Site Web page at: http://www.deq.state.ok.us/eclsnew/septic.htm

Oregon Onsite Wastewater Association



Oregon Onsite Wastewater Association 86 SW Century Dr., #353
Bend, OR  97702

Office 541-389-6692
Fax 541-389-2832

Email info@O2WA.org

Visit the O2WA web site at: www.ow2a.org

Pennsylvania Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association
4075 Linglestown Road, #228
Harrisburg, PA 17112





www.pmsa.net

Pennsylvania Septage Management Association
305 North Sixth Street - Suite A
Harrisburg, PA 17110
(717) 763-7762 (PSMA)
infocenter@psma.net

Northeast States & Caribbean Islands Regional Water Center




Visit the Onsite Wastewater Training Center Web site at: http://www.usawaterquality.org/nesci/Focus_Areas/Wastewater/default.html

Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management: http://www.dem.state.ri.us
University of Rhode Island (URI) Water Quality Program: http://www.uri.edu/ce/wq/
University of Rhode Island (URI) Onsite Wastewater Training Center: http://www.uri.edu/ce/wq/OWT/

Texas On-Site Wastewater Association



Visit the Texas On-Site Wastewater Association Web site at: http://www.txowa.org


Other Texas Links:

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC)
Texas On-Site Wastewater Research Council (TOWTRC)
Texas Department of Health, General Sanitation
Texas Environmental Health Association (TEHA)
TCEQ Rule Interpretations

Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation:

• http://www.anr.state.vt.us/dec

Virginia Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association




VOWRA Goals

• To improve the conditions of the onsite wastewater recycling industry by working towards the establishment of uniform standards for the quality of design, installation and servicing of all types of onsite wastewater treatment and disposal systems.
• To establish throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia a relationship among all those concerned with the onsite wastewater recycling industry that will increase the flow of information, not only among members of this Corporation, but among all organizations, agencies and individuals having complementary objectives and purposes.
• To compile and to disseminate statistics, experiences, and other information affecting the onsite wastewater recycling industry.
• To educate and train practitioners in the Member Sectors allowing them to build up their skills and abilities so that they may be able to perform at a high level of competence.
• To inform and educate the general public concerning the value of recycling wastewater as a viable option to central sewage systems and of the need for properly designed and maintained onsite wastewater treatment and disposal systems.
• To protect the environment of the Commonwealth of Virginia by assisting the development of sound ecological practices in the manufacture, design, siting, installation, maintenance and management of onsite wastewater treatment and disposal systems.
• To unite in common organization those professionally engaged in the onsite wastewater recycling industry. To formulate and maintain ethical standards for the guidance of its members in their relations with each other and the public.

Visit the VOWRA web site at: www.vowra.org


Virginia Center for Onsite Wastewater Training

www.southside.edu

Washington On-Site Sewage Association



Washington On-Site Sewage Association

Visit the Washington On-Site Sewage Association Web Site at: www.wossa.org

Wisconsin Onsite Water Recycling Association
 
The Wisconsin Onsite Water Recycling Association is a statewide organization of septic system installers, soil testers, designers, manufacturers and related governmental and educational personnel. The Association was formed in 1974 by a group of installers interested in improving the trade and having a voice in legislation affecting their business. In February 2008, the name was changed from Wisconsin Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association to its current form - the Wisconsin Onsite Water Recycling Association (WOWRA) - to reflect our work not only with septic systems but also stormwater management.
  
Wisconsin Onsite Water Recycling Association
16 N. Carroll St., Suite 900
Madison WI 53703
800-377-6672
608-256-7757
Patrick Essie, Executive Director
Ann Gryphan, Association Manager

Visit the WOWRA web site at: www.wowra.com



The Wisconsin Precast Concrete Association is a statewide, nonprofit trade association comprised of precast concrete product manufacturers from throughout Wisconsin and industry suppliers. WPCA members are dedicated to manufacturing durable, watertight concrete septic tanks, as well as a wide variety of other products manufactured to fit your needs, including agricultural products, precast concrete buildings, box culverts, traffic barriers and much more.

The Wisconsin Precast Concrete Association
16 N. Carroll Street, Suite 900
Madison, WI 53703
Phone: 608-256-7701
Fax: 608-251-8192

Visit the WPCA web site at: www.wiprecast.org