City of Elko Wastewater Labratory

Lab Director
Phil Snyder
jsnyder@ci.elko.nv.us

(775) 777-7385
(775) 777-7388 fax

	Water Testing	Cost

	Total Coliform	$27.00 per test during regular hours* when performed in accordance with Analysis schedule.
		$60.00 per test during weekday after hours.
		$80.00 per test during weekend after hours.

	Wastewater Testing	Cost

	BOD	$50.00 per sample when performed in accordance with analysis schedule. $100.00 per sample when performed unscheduled - by appointment only.

	TSS (Total Suspended Solids)	$25.00 per sample when performed in accordance with analysis schedule. $55.00 per sample when performed unscheduled - by appointment only.

	Fecal Coliform	$30.00 per sample when performed in accordance with analysis schedule. $4.00 per sample when performed unscheduled - by appointment only.


	* 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.
	Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where is the City lab located?

A: At the Wastewater Treatment Plant in the Administration Building.

Q: What types of tests can I have done on drinking water**?

A: Locally we test for the bacteria that meet the guidelines for the Safe Drinking Water Act including total Coliform and E-Coli.

Q: How can I get my water tested?

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.

Q: How long does it take to get results?

A: 24 to 48 hours

** Other drinking water tests will need to be sent to a commercial laboratory.