Water Quality Programs

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The Water Quality Division is involved in educating the public, permitting and providing enforcement within water quality, wastewater disposal, soil erosion, drinking water, and environmental hazards. A comprehensive water quality approach is an integral part of ensuring the quality of life enjoyed and shared by all citizens of Wake County.

Permit Portal Guide & Tutorials Erosion, Flood & Stormwater Recreational Waters Septic & Wastewater Groundwater Protection & Wells Newsletter for Professionals Newsletter for Residential Wake County Water Partnership Financial Help Research Septic/Well Permits One Water Plan

Featured Events

All Water Quality Events
Aerial view of land cleared for Wendell Falls subdivision
How to Streamline your Construction Plan Submittal: Tips on Erosion and Sediment Control, Stormwater Management and Floodplain Guidance
Virtual
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Water Quality
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Manufacturer Workshop for Approved Wastewater Products
Wake County Commons Building
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Water Quality

Contact Us
919-856-7400

Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday
Office Hours: 8:15 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.
Phone Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Environmental Services Director 
Joseph Threadcraft, Ph. D., P. E.
Joseph.Threadcraft@wakegov.com