Updated 08/21/09

Inspections

WSDA inspects dairies at least once every 22 months. Inspectors look at facilities, land applications, and crop records for risks of nutrients impacting either ground or surface water quality.

In addition to regular inspections, the inspectors:

• inspect in response to complaints for dairy and some other livestock operations
• inspect dairies in response to requests from Ecology for areas with watershed clean up plans
• refer dairies and non-dairies to local Conservation Districts for technical assistance when needed
• refer non-dairy sites to local agencies or Department of Ecology for needed follow-up
• recommend and assist with enforcement actions when needed to achieve compliance

Staff coordinates with other technical and resource agencies to identify and address issues and needed tools to aid operators.