Big Horn County, WY septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Big Horn County, Wyoming are permitted by Big Horn County Planning and Zoning under Wyoming Water Quality Rules Chapter 25.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: Mixed
  • Authorized agent: Big Horn County County Health Department
  • Own septic program: No, uses Wyoming state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 11,521

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Big Horn County: $225. Wyoming average: $225.

Local rules

County operates under state-level Chapter 11 (Small Wastewater Systems) of Wyoming DEQ Water Quality Rules. Contact local health department for any additional county-specific requirements.

What SepticPro has on file for Big Horn County

  • 4 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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Other Wyoming counties

Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Big Horn County Planning and Zoning before applying.