Environmental
In New Mexico, 'on-site sewage facility' (OSSF) permits are regulated by the:
ANMREC
BNew Mexico Environment Department (NMED) through county-level environmental health offices✓ Correct
CArmy Corps of Engineers
DState Engineer's Office
Explanation
On-site sewage facilities (septic systems) in New Mexico are permitted and regulated by NMED through county environmental health programs to protect soil and groundwater from sewage contamination.
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