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About the Lahontan Regional Board

What We Do

  • Overview
    The primary responsibility for the protection of water quality in California rests with the State Water Resources Control Board (State Board) and nine Regional Water Quality Control Boards. The State Board sets statewide policy  … more
  • Water Board Structure
    State Water Resources Control Board and Regional Water Quality Control Boards Working together to protect California’s water resources  … more
  • The Name “Lahontan”
    The name “Lahontan” is a mystery to many. The Great Basin is that portion of western North America that has no drainage to the sea. It encompasses almost the entire state of Nevada and portions of Oregon, Wyoming, Idaho, and California  … more
  • 2013 Project Priorities

Who We Are

  • Board Members
    California Water Code Section 13201 provides for the Governor to appoint nine members to the Regional Water Quality Control Board  … more
  • Organizational Chart
    See an Organizational Chart for the South Lake Tahoe and Victorville Regional Offices

How To Get In Contact With Us

  • Contact Us
    Provides essential contact information for the Lahontan Regional Water Board
  • Phone List
    Provides names and phone numbers of the Lahontan Regional Water Board Program Staff
  • Ombudsman
    Each California Environmental Protection Agency regional office has designated an ombudsman as a single point of contact to work with applicants and the public to clarify permit requirements and resolve regulatory conflicts  … more
  • Employment
    Get information about Career Opportunities with the Lahontan Regional Water Board

Where We Are Located

  • Office Locations
    Get directions to the Lahontan Regional Water Board Office nearest you
  • Region Map
    View a map of the geographical area served by the Lahontan Regional Water Board