Dawson County, NE septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Dawson County, Nebraska are permitted by Two Rivers Public Health Department under Nebraska Title 124.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: Mixed
  • Authorized agent: Dawson County Health Department
  • Own septic program: No, uses Nebraska state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 24,111

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Dawson County: $328. Nebraska average: $328.

Local rules

County operates under state-level Title 124 (Nebraska DEQ Rules and Regulations for Onsite Wastewater). Contact local health department for any additional county-specific requirements.

What SepticPro has on file for Dawson County

  • 5 permit fees with sources
  • The agency phone, email and office address
  • Setback distances
  • Soil and perc test requirements
  • Allowed system types
  • System design rules
  • Inspection requirements
  • Maintenance and pumping rules
  • Point-of-sale rules
  • Installer, designer and pumper licensing

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Draw a permit-ready site plan for Dawson County

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Other Nebraska counties

Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Two Rivers Public Health Department before applying.