Laboratory
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Total Coliform
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$27.00 per test during regular hours* when performed in accordance with Analysis schedule.
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$60.00 per test during weekday after hours.
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$80.00 per test during weekend after hours.
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Nitrate
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$33 per test during weekday regular hours
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$60 per test during weekend or after 4:00 p.m. weekdays and holidays
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Wastewater Testing
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BOD
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$50.00 per sample when performed in accordance with analysis schedule.
$100.00 per sample when performed unscheduled - by appointment only. |
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TSS |
$25.00 per sample when performed in accordance with analysis schedule.
$55.00 per sample when performed unscheduled - by appointment only. |
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Fecal Coliform
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$30.00 per sample when performed in accordance with analysis schedule.
$40.00 per sample when performed unscheduled - by appointment only. |
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Nitrate
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$33 per test Weekday regular hours
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$60 per test on Weekends and after 4:00 pm. weekdays and holidays.
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* Regular hours - Monday - Thursday = 8:00a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Each sample requiring dilution will have a $10.00 charge added for each dilution necessary to obtain reportable results. Local Contractors and other Business's may pay a $20.00 minimum monthly fee to hold a charge account with the City of Elko Laboratory. This paper work must be done in the presence of a City of Elko employee and is not available on this website. For more information please call the City of Elko Finance Department at (775) 777-7135.
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Frequently Asked Questions |
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Q: Where is the City lab located?
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A: At the Wastewater Treatment Plant in the Administration Building.
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Q: What types of tests can I have done on drinking water**?
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A: Locally we test for the bacteria that meet the guidelines for the Safe Drinking Water Act including total Coliform and E-Coli.
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Q: How can I get my water tested?
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A: You will need to pick up a container from the lab anytime and return the water sample Monday - Wednesday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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Q: How long does it take to get results?
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A: 24 to 48 hours
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** Other drinking water tests will need to be sent to a commercial laboratory.
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