Watershed Protection Agency

Schuyler County Public Health's Watershed Protection Agency provides water quality monitoring services and property transfer inspections for Schuyler residents. They lead the Lamoka-Waneta Lakes Wastewater Treatment Inspection Program and the Cayuta Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District Inspection Program. They also respond to complaints about public health nuisances that could impact the county water supply.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I learn about the services WPA offers and the typical sequence of events for each type of service? 

If you have questions about our services or want to use one of our services, please reach out to our office and we will help you get started. Call our office at 607-535-8140 or send us a message. You can also read the Schuyler County Watershed Protection Agency Online Policy and Procedures to learn more about our services. Click here to open the document.

How much do your services cost? 

Click here to view the current Fee Schedule. 

Is payment due prior to service? 

Yes. Fees for all services must be paid in full before any work can be performed. If you are paying by check, it should be made payable to the Schuyler County Treasurer. 

When can I drop off water samples? 

Water samples can be dropped off Monday through Thursday from 8 AM - 11 AM. We are located at 910 S. Decatur St., Watkins Glen, NY 14891.

Looking for resources or to learn more about the program?

Call our office at 607-535-8140 or send us a message. 

You can also check out the following resources: 

The regulatory framework for Schuyler County Public Health’s Watershed Protection Agency (WPA) derives its policy wholly or in part from the following: