Nevada Administrative Code
Chapter 444 - Sanitation
SEWAGE DISPOSAL
Discharge and Treatment of Liquid Waste and Wastewater
Section 444.8306 - Capacity of septic tank serving single-family dwelling
Universal Citation: NV Admin Code 444.8306
Current through September 16, 2024
1. The minimum capacity for a septic tank that serves a single-family dwelling is based on the number of bedrooms in the dwelling, and is determined as follows:
| Number of Bedrooms | Minimum Liquid Capacity of Tank (in Gallons) |
| 3 or less | 1,000 |
| 4 | 1,200 |
| 5 or 6 | 1,500 |
If the single-family dwelling has more than six bedrooms, 150 gallons for each additional bedroom must be added to 1,500 gallons.
2. An absorption system designed for a septic tank may be based on the minimum required size for the septic tank.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Health by R129-98, eff. 3-25-99
NRS 439.200, 444.650
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