North Dakota s first disposal site for radioactive oil field waste starts operating, more could be on the way bismarcktribune.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from bismarcktribune.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
VALLEY CITY, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality (NDDEQ) awarded loans for water, sanitary and storm sewer projects to two communities and a water district through the State Revolving Fund Programs in May.
Valley City received a $250,000 Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) loan and a $180,000 Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) loan towards replacement of an aging water main, storm and sanitary sewer. This project will ensure the safe transmission of water, sanitary sewer and stormwater for the residents.
All Seasons Water Users District received a $371,000 DWSRF loan to install a below-grade concrete reservoir and a booster pump station south of Rolla to increase flow in low-pressure areas, thus providing increased pressures to the existing system.
Keep North Dakota waters clean by stopping aquatic nuisance species
Joshua Wert
Devils Lake - The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality urges all North Dakotans to take some time to learn about Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS). Once in our waters, ANS threaten the sustainability, biodiversity, and quality of our water resources.
To preserve our waterways for current and future generations, water users must take steps to prevent the spread of ANS. Whenever recreating in a lake or river, remember to thoroughly inspect all equipment for mud, plants, animals, and residual water. Thoroughly clean, drain and dry all gear before its next use. Never release an unwanted pet, such as a fish or snail, into a waterway. Choose native plant options when aquatic landscaping or gardening. Be sure always to follow all ANS regulations every time you enter and depart a body of water. Together we can conserve and protect North Dakota’s rivers, lakes, and streams and the native fish and wil