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DEQ seeks applications for fiscal year 2025 State Agricultural Best Management Practices Grant Program
March 15, 2024
BOISE - The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is accepting applications for the fiscal year 2025 State Agricultural Best Management Practices (BMP) Grant Program.
DEQ seeks comment on proposed settlement action with Tandem Fish Farm LLC
March 11, 2024
BOISE - The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) seeks comment on a proposed settlement action with Tandem Fish Farm LLC.
DEQ seeks members for the Clearwater Basin Advisory Group
February 21, 2024
LEWISTON— The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking representatives to fill a vacancy on the Clearwater Basin Advisory Group (BAG).
DEQ seeks comment on notice of intent to terminate coverage under IPDES MSGP permit for McKinley Mine
February 15, 2024
IDAHO COUNTY - The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) seeks comment on a notice of intent to terminate the coverage of McKinley Mine (IDR05J00C) under the 2021 Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (IPDES) Multi-Sector General Permit for Industrial Storm Water Discharges Associated with Industrial Activity (IDR050000) (MSGP).
DEQ awards nearly $270,000 to four drinking water and wastewater systems across Idaho
February 2, 2024
BOISE - The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a $267,500 to four drinking water and wastewater systems to help the facilities evaluate system deficiencies and determine necessary upgrades. The funding was made available through Governor Brad Little’s Leading Idaho initiative.
DEQ seeks comment on proposed settlement action with the city of Parma
February 1, 2024
BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) seeks comment on a proposed settlement action with the city of Parma.
DEQ awards nearly $6.5 million to Letha Water and Sewer District in Gem County
January 16, 2024
BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a $6,336,194 construction grant to Letha Water and Sewer District in Gem County, Idaho.
DEQ awards nearly $280,000 to seven drinking water and wastewater systems across Idaho
January 12, 2024
BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of $279,580 to seven drinking water and wastewater systems to help the facilities evaluate system deficiencies and determine necessary upgrades. The funding is made possible through Governor Brad Little’s Leading Idaho plan.
DEQ lifts boil water advisory for Aspen Ridge Subdivision
December 19, 2023
ISLAND PARK – The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today lifted the boil water advisory for the Aspen Ridge Subdivision in Fremont County, Idaho.
Read Full ArticleDEQ seeks representatives for Wood River Watershed Advisory Group
December 11, 2023
TWIN FALLS - The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking representatives to serve on the Wood River Watershed Advisory Group (WAG).
DEQ awards nearly $332,000 to nine drinking water and wastewater systems across Idaho
December 4, 2023
BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of $331,741 to nine drinking water and wastewater systems to help the facilities evaluate system deficiencies and determine necessary upgrades. The funding was made available under Governor Brad Little’s “Leading Idaho” plan.
DEQ releases 2023 Triennial Review of Idaho Water Quality Standards
November 21, 2023
BOISE - The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) released the 2023 Triennial Review of Idaho Water Quality Standards.
DEQ lifts boil water advisories for two Island Park subdivisions
November 14, 2023
BOISE – The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today lifted boil water advisories at two subdivisions in Island Park, Idaho.
DEQ to host Basin Advisory Group Chair meeting for FY2024 nonpoint source project evaluation
November 9, 2023
BOISE - The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality is hosting a Basin Advisory Group Chair meeting to evaluate nonpoint source projects that are eligible for federal funding.
DEQ awards nearly $21 million to the city of Cottonwood
November 3, 2023
BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a $20,213,144 construction grant to the city of Cottonwood in Idaho County.
DEQ awards nearly $65,000 to two drinking water and wastewater systems
November 2, 2023
BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of $62,750 to two drinking water and wastewater systems to help the facilities evaluate system deficiencies and determine necessary upgrades. This funding was made available through Governor Brad Little’s Leading Idaho plan.
DEQ releases 2024 Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Program Permit Issuance Plan
October 27, 2023
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today released the 2024 Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Program (IPDES) Permit Issuance Plan.
DEQ awards nearly $1.6 million to Panorama Hills Water Company in Bonneville County
October 19, 2023
BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a $1,588,500 low-interest drinking water construction loan to Panorama Hills Water Company in Bonneville County, Idaho.
DEQ prepares IPDES preliminary draft permit for Hayden Area Regional Sewer Board
October 16, 2023
BOISE - The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is releasing an Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (IPDES) preliminary draft permit to the Hayden Area Regional Sewer Board for preliminary review.
DEQ prepares IPDES preliminary draft permit for city of Coeur d’ Alene
October 16, 2023
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is releasing an Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (IPDES) preliminary draft permit to the city of Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho, for preliminary review.
DEQ announces drinking water and wastewater funding opportunities for fiscal year 2025
October 10, 2023
BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is announcing fiscal year 2025 funding opportunities for Idaho’s drinking water and wastewater systems.
Read Full ArticleDEQ finds Agropur, Inc. in significant noncompliance of Clean Water Act
October 6, 2023
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today issued a notice of violation to Agropur, Inc., finding the company in Significant Noncompliance status.
DEQ awards nearly $40,000 to Meadow Creek Property Owners Association in Adams County
October 3, 2023
BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a $40,000 wastewater planning grant to Meadow Creek Property Owners Association located in Adams County, Idaho, as part of Governor Brad Little’s “Leading Idaho” plan.
Read Full ArticleDEQ finalizes completeness review of cyanidation permit application for Perpetua Resources Idaho, Inc.
September 29, 2023
BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has reviewed for completeness an application from Perpetua Resources Idaho, Inc. for a permit to construct, operate, and close a cyanidation facility intended to contain, treat, or dispose of process water or process-contaminated water containing cyanide.
Read Full ArticleDEQ preparing draft 401 water quality certification for American Falls Hydroelectric Project
September 18, 2023
POCATELLO – The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is preparing a draft 401 water quality certification for the American Falls Hydroelectric Project - Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Docket No. P-2736.
Big Springs Water Company, LLC Appointed as Receiver of Island Park Water Company, Inc.
September 18, 2023
BOISE – On September 15, 2023, the Bonneville County District Court issued an order appointing Big Springs Water Company, LLC (Big Springs) to serve as the receiver of Island Park Water Company, Inc. (IPWC).
DEQ conducts completeness review for cyanidation permit application for Perpetua Resources Idaho, Inc.
September 1, 2023
BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) received an application from Perpetua Resources Idaho, Inc. for a permit to construct, operate, and close a cyanidation facility intended to contain, treat, or dispose of process water or process-contaminated water containing cyanide.
DEQ awards $60,000 to the city of White Bird
August 28, 2023
BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a $60,000 drinking water assistance to the city of White Bird in Idaho County.
DEQ issues final point of compliance determination for Stibnite Gold Project
August 25, 2023
BOISE - The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has issued a final point of compliance (POC) determination for the Stibnite Gold Project (SGP) / Perpetua Resources Idaho, Inc.
DEQ seeking participation in groundwater monitoring program in Bliss, Idaho
August 18, 2023
BLISS – The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is reaching out to private well owners in Bliss, Idaho, to participate in a groundwater sampling program.
DEQ seeks nominations for Pollution Prevention Champion award
August 17, 2023
BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking nominations for the 2023 Pollution Prevention award.
DEQ seeks letter of interest for receivership of Island Park Water Company Public Water Systems
August 10, 2023
BOISE - The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality is accepting a Letter of interest (LOI) from individuals and/or entities interested in being selected by DEQ as a receiver for the Island Park Water Company (IPWC)public water systems (PWSs).
Read Full ArticleDEQ hosts 2023 triennial review workshop
August 3, 2023
BOISE - The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is hosting a public workshop on the agency's triennial review of Idaho's surface water quality standards.
Read Full ArticleDEQ agrees to joint stipulation regarding Island Park Water Company complaint
August 2, 2023
ISLAND PARK – The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has agreed to a joint stipulation with Island Water Park Company (IPWC), Inc. related to the ownership and operation of the company’s public drinking water systems (PWSs).
Read Full ArticleDEQ prepares IPDES preliminary draft permit for the Army Corp of Engineers, Albeni Falls Dam project
August 1, 2023
BOISE - The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is releasing an Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (IPDES) preliminary draft permit to the Army Corp of Engineers for Albeni Falls Dam for preliminary review.
DEQ seeks members for the Wood River Watershed Advisory Group
July 20, 2023
TWIN FALLS — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking representatives to fill five vacancies on the Wood River Watershed Advisory Group (WAG).
DEQ hosts CAFO Improvement Fund application workshop
July 14, 2023
BOISE – The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality, in collaboration with the Idaho Dairymen’s Association, will be hosting a workshop on July 18, 2023, at 10 a.m. (MDT). This workshop will provide information and answer questions regarding applications for the Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation (CAFO) Improvement Fund. The CAFO Improvement Fund, established by the Idaho Legislature in 2022, supports implementation of environmental improvement programs on CAFOs to improve soil, water, and air quality through manure and nutrient management.
Nonpoint source management grant applications due July 15, 2023
July 12, 2023
BOISE— States, territories, and tribes interested in nonpoint source pollution management activities have until July 15, 2023, to submit applications under the federal §319 grant program.
DEQ awards $1,000,000 to Yellow Pine Water Users Association, Valley County
July 10, 2023
BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a $1,000,000 low-interest drinking water construction loan to Yellow Pine Water Users Association, Valley County.
DEQ awards nearly $12 million to three drinking water and wastewater systems across Idaho
July 10, 2023
BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of $11,085,902 in construction grants to three drinking water and wastewater systems.
DEQ announces public meeting to collect comments on draft 401 water quality certification for County Line Road Hydroelectric Project
July 7, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) will hold a public open house meeting to collect comments on the draft Clean Water Act (CWA) § 401 Water Quality Certification for the County Line Road Hydroelectric Project, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) No. 14513-003.
DEQ issues boil water order for Goose Bay Estates, Aspen Ridge Subdivision, Valley View Subdivision, and Shotgun Cherokee Subdivision — Island Park
July 5, 2023
ISLAND PARK — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is issuing a boil water order for Goose Bay Estates, Aspen Ridge Subdivision, Valley View Subdivision, and Shotgun Cherokee Subdivision in Island Park, Idaho.
DEQ issues boil water advisory for Shotgun North and Shotgun Kickapoo — Island Park
July 5, 2023
ISLAND PARK — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is issuing a boil water advisory for Shotgun North and Shotgun Kickapoo in Island Park, Idaho.
DEQ seeks applications for fiscal year 2024 CAFO Improvement Grant Program
June 30, 2023
BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) seeks applications for the fiscal year 2024 Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation (CAFO) Improvement Grant Program.
DEQ marks five-years in administering Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System program
June 30, 2023
BOISE – The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality marks five years in administering the Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (IPDES) Program.
DEQ seeks members for the Upper Snake Basin Advisory Group
June 30, 2023
TWIN FALLS — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking a representative to fill a vacancy on the Upper Snake Basin Advisory Group (BAG). The vacancy representation is for Public at Large.
DEQ awards $3,124,087 to the city of Harrison, Kootenai County
June 26, 2023
BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a $3,124,087 low-interest wastewater construction loan to the city of Harrison in Kootenai County.
DEQ awards $225,000 to the city of Lewiston, Nez Perce County
June 21, 2023
LEWISTON — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of $225,000 in drinking water construction assistance to the city of Lewiston, Nez Perce County.
DEQ awards $771,262 to the city of Harrison, Kootenai County
June 21, 2023
HARRISON — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a $771,262 low-interest drinking water construction loan to the city of Harrison, Kootenai County.
DEQ awards $1,850,000 to the Elk City Water and Sewer Association, Inc. Idaho County
June 21, 2023
ELK CITY — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a $1,850,000 low-interest drinking water construction loan to Elk City Water and Sewer Association, Inc, Idaho County.