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

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

  
  Water Testing Cost
 
Total coliform
($10.00) $26.00 per sample when performed in accordance with Analysis schedule.
 
 
($25.00) $40.00 per sample when test performed is unscheduled.
 
 
Wastewater Testing
Cost
 
 
BOD
$45.00 per sample when performed in accordance with analysis schedule.
 
 

TSS
(Total Suspended Solids)

$20.00 per sample when performed in accordance with analysis schedule.
 
 
Fecal Coliform
$30.00 per sample when performed in accordance with analysis schedule
 
 
 

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) 777-7138.

 
  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, 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
 
Q:     What is the cost?
A:     The cost is $26 per sample
 
Q:     How long does it take to get results?
A:     24 to 48 hours
    

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