Some Frequently asked questions (FAQs). . .

I think I've spotted hogweed
on my property. . .or
down the road. . .
Erie Co. Soil & Water Conservation District
(716) 652-8480
My drinking water
smells funny/tastes bad or isn't running. . .
Erie County Water Authority
(719) 849-8444
My private well water
smells funny/tastes bad. . .

Erie County Health Department
Private water testing laboratories
EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline

(716) 898-6100
Check Yellow Pages
1-800-426-4791

Where can I get my
soil tested. . .?

Cornell Cooperative Extension (local pH testing) or
mail-in nutrient analysis
Private soil testing laboratories (extensive testing)


(716) 652-5400
Check Yellow Pages
My septic system isn't functioning properly. . .
Private Septic Service
USDA NRCS/Erie Co. Soil & Water Cons. Dist.
Septic System standards - Erie County Health Dept.


Check Yellow Pages
(716) 652-8480
(716) 858-7690
I have a plant/tree
in my yard that
I can't identify. . .or
I have an insect that is eating my garden. . .
Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Hotline
(716) 652-5400 ext 137
Someone dumped
hazardous materials
in my neighborhood. . .
NYS Dept of Environment Conservation, Hazardous Waste
(716) 851-7220
How do I find where
state hunting lands are. . .? or
Who should I call
about hunting and fishing licenses. . .?
NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation, Hunting and Fishing
(716) 851-7001
How do I get rid of
nuisance wildlife
on my land. . .? or
How can I attract ducks/other wildlife
to my property. . .?
NYS Dept of Environmental Conservation, Fish & Wildlife
USDI Fish & Wildlife Service
USDA NRCS Wetland Reserve program, CRP or WHIP,
Backyard Wildlife Materials
(716) 851-7100
(716) 691-5456
(716) 652-8480
Who can give me
advice/ estimate
on logging my woods. . .?
NYS Dept of Environmental Conservation, Forester
Private forestry consultants
(716) 851-7010
Check Yellow Pages
How do I find out if
I have wetlands
on my property. . .?

NYS Dept of Environmental Conservation,
Fish & Wildlife
Local Town Clerk's Office
USDA NRCS and Erie Co. Soil &d Water Cons District

However, for questions about wetlands, ponds, wildlife habitats, agricultural assessments, conservation plans, erosion, call USDA NRCS and Erie County
Soil & Water Conservation District.


(716) 851-7010
Check local listing
(716) 652-8480

(716) 652-8480

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