Other Helpful Agencies
The Shawnee County Conservation District frequently consults with the following agencies to assure that the best possible solutions to conservation issues are presented to the public. (Updated September 2018.)
While there are many state or federal agencies, this list was created for those in Shawnee County and consists of agencies that receive and/or dispense public funds through the government process. We do not list information for private businesses or related associations.
While there are many state or federal agencies, this list was created for those in Shawnee County and consists of agencies that receive and/or dispense public funds through the government process. We do not list information for private businesses or related associations.
Cross Creek Watershed Joint District No. 42
PO Box 56
Wamego, Kansas 66547
(785) 456-9826
The Cross Creek Watershed, authorized through Public Law 566, was organized to reduce the frequency and magnitude of flooding within the Cross Creek watershed drainage. This is done by the construction of a series of both federal and state funded dams and other flood reduction structures.
Kansas Adjutant General’s Department, Division of Emergency Management
2800 SW Topeka Boulevard
Topeka, Kansas 66611
(785) 274-1409 FAX (785) 274-1426
The Kansas Adjutant General's Department, Division of Emergency Management (DEM) is responsible for direction and control of State operational activities in a time of disaster. DEM provides a comprehensive emergency operations plan for use by state government officials to ensure mitigation/preparedness, appropriate response and timely recovery from natural or man-made hazards that may affect the State of Kansas.
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
FEMA Region VII
9221 Ward Parkway
Kansas City, Missouri 64114
(816) 283-7061 (mitigation only)
The mission of FEMA is to provide leadership and support to reduce loss of life and property and to protect our institutions from all types of hazards. This is accomplished through comprehensive, risk-based, all-hazards emergency management program consisting of mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery.
Kansas Agricultural Statistics
3705 Miller Parkway, Suite A
Manhattan, Kansas 66503
(800) 582-6443 FAX (855) 270-2720
Kansas Agricultural Statistics collects, maintains and disseminates statistics on Kansas agriculture. Its parent organization, National Agricultural Statistics, is the official USDA data collection agency.
Kansas Biological Survey
2101 Constant Avenue
Lawrence, Kansas 66047
(785) 864-1500
The Kansas Biological Survey is a non-regulatory state agency and research service of the University of Kansas. The Survey's director is the State Biologist. It conducts biological and environmental research, determines the status of plant and animal populations and the condition of their habitats, and disseminates information that increases understanding of the state's biota.
Kansas Corporation Commission
1500 SW Arrowhead Road
Topeka, Kansas 66604-4027
(785) 271-3100 Consumer Protection (800) 662-0027 FAX (785) 271-3354
The Kansas Corporation Commission, KCC, regulates the state's telecommunications, electric and gas utilities, transportation, and oil and gas production.
Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA)
1320 Research Park Drive
Manhattan, Kansas 66502
(785) 564-6700
The Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA) is the nation's first state department of agriculture. The department works for the entire Kansas agriculture sector, including farmers, ranchers, food establishments and agribusinesses. The department is dedicated to providing support and assistance to make Kansas businesses successful and encouraging more farms, ranches and other agriculture business to expand in or relocate to Kansas. Within this role, the KDA also fulfills its statutory responsibility of regulating business functions in accordance with state law. The department works to ensure businesses know what laws affect them and how they can ensure they are in compliance with those laws.
KDA, Division of Conservation (and State Conservation Commission)
1320 Research Park Drive
Manhattan, Kansas 66502
(785) 564-6620
The State Conservation Commission (SCC), established in 1937, was put under the Kansas Department of Agriculture in 2012. The board of directors still operates as the SCC while the staff work in the Division of Conservation (DOC). Both work to protect and enhance Kansas natural resources through the development, implementation and maintenance of polices, guidelines and programs designed to assist local entities and individuals to conserve our renewable resources.
KDA, Division of Water Resources
Kansas Department of Agriculture
Division of Water Resources
1320 Research Park Drive
Manhattan, Kansas 66502
(785) 564-6700
Topeka Field Office
Building 282, Forbes Field (office location)
6531 SE Forbes Avenue, Suite B (mailing address)
Topeka, Kansas 66619
(785) 296-5733 FAX (785) 296-8298
Email: [email protected]
The Division of Water Resources (DWR) headed by the Chief Engineer-Director, is one of six Divisions within the Kansas Department of Agriculture. It has five Field Offices, Topeka, Stafford, Stockton, Garden City and Chanute. The Division is a water regulatory agency, dealing primarily with water quantity issues, and is responsible for administering 28 State Laws. It has two major statutory responsibilities, the Kansas Water Appropriation Act and the Kansas Stream Obstruction Act.
KDA Meat and Poultry Inspection Program
1320 Research Park Drive
Manhattan, Kansas 66502
(785) 564-6776 FAX (785) 564-6778
Lawrence District Office
USDA, FSIS, FO
4920 Bob Billings Parkway
Lawrence, Kansas 66049
(800) 376-2141 FAX (785) 841-5643
The USDA, Food Safety Inspection Service is charged to regulate meat and poultry processing industry. FSIS insures that meat and poultry products are safe, wholesome, properly labeled and are prepared in a sanitary environment.
KDA Plant Protection and Weed Control
Field Office
6531 SE Forbes Avenue, Suite B
Topeka, Kansas 66619
(785) 564-6698
Kansas Department of Agriculture's Plant Protection and Weed Control regulates pesticide labeling and use within Kansas. The division also administers chemigation safety programs and works jointly with US-EPA on programs to protect endangered species, groundwater and surface waters from pesticides used. Cases of improper use, storage and disposal of pesticides/containers are investigated. Also the division oversees Kansas noxious weed control, biological control and pest survey programs. Plant pest quarantines can be implemented when needed.
KDHE, Bureau of Environmental Remediation
Kansas Department of Health and Environment
Bureau of Environmental Remediation
1000 SW Jackson Street, Suite 410
Topeka, Kansas 66612
(785) 296-3001 FAX (785) 296-1686
The Bureau of Environmental Remediation, BER, KDHE, responds to environmental contamination by controlling pollution at the source, containment and remedial action. Responds to environmental emergencies. Responsibilities include investigation of pollution occurrences and source from spills, illegal dumping, abandoned facilities, landfills, storage tanks and other sources. Regulations covering storage tanks and surface mining. Also involved in min elands reclamation.
KDHE, Bureau of Waste Management
Kansas Department of Health and Environment
Bureau of Waste Management
1000 SW Jackson Street, Suite 320
Topeka, Kansas 66612
(785) 296-1600 FAX (785) 296-1592 (permitting)
FAX (785) 296-8642 (tax support)
FAX (785) 296-8909 (waste policy)
The Bureau of Waste Management has the responsibility and authority to administer the State solid and hazardous waste regulatory programs. Responsibilities include permitting, inspections, enforcement, technical assistance and grant program administration.
KDHE, Bureau of Water
Kansas Department of Health and Environment
Bureau of Water
1000 SW Jackson Street, Suite 420
Topeka, Kansas 66612
(785) 296-5500 FAX (785) 296-5509
The Bureau of Water is responsible to assure a safe public drinking supply. The office oversees monitoring and control of the discharge of pollutants into both surface and groundwater. The Bureau of Water promotes a variety of practices to eliminate pollution problems through an aggressive information education program.
KDHE, Northeast District Office
Kansas Department of Health and Environment
Northeast District Office
800 W. 24th Street
Lawrence, Kansas 66046
(785) 842-4600 FAX (785) 842-3537
Email: [email protected]
The major goal of the NECO is to identify, correct and prevent sources of environmental contamination. The NECO conduct field inspections of KDHE permitted facilities and site appraisals at facilities that apply for a KDHE permit. Technical assistance is provided to help facilities understand environmental regulations and statutes and the conditions of their permits. When a facility is found violating applicable laws or regulations, NECO strives to work cooperatively with the facility operators to correct violations.
KDHE, Small Business/Community Support
Kansas Department Of Health and Environment
Small Business/Community Support
1000 SW Jackson Street, Suite 410
Topeka, Kansas 66612
(785) 296-6603 FAX (785) 296-1686
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment Office of Small Business/Community Support is responsible for coordinating the Kansas Environmental Conference, organizing the Pollution Prevention (P2) Awards, publishing the Kansas Environmental News electronic newsletter, serving as the liaison between KDHE and the Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP), and overseeing the Pollution Prevention Grant Program.
Kansas Department of Transportation
Bureau of Construction and Maintenance
700 SW Harrison Street
Topeka, Kansas 66603
(785) 296-3566 FAX (785) 368-7415
Email: [email protected]
The purpose of the Kansas Department of Transportation is to coordinate the planning, development and operation of the various modes and system of transportation within the state. KDOT is responsible for the creation and maintenance of the 10,000 mile State Highway System. KDOT also has a degree of responsibility for the development of all modes of transportation including roads (both state and locally owned), aviation, railroads and public transit.
Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism
Region 2 Office
300 SW Wanamaker Road
Topeka, Kansas 66606
(785) 273-6740 FAX (785) 273-6757
Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism is a state agency. Its goal is to conserve and enhance Kansas' natural wildlife and its habitats while providing the public with opportunities to use and appreciate the natural resources of Kansas, consistent with the conservation of those resources.
Kansas Geological Survey
West Campus, University Of Kansas
1930 Constant Ave.
Lawrence, Kansas 66047
(785) 864-3965 FAX (785) 864-5317
The Kansas Geological Survey (KGS) is a division of the University of Kansas and has no regulatory responsibility. The KGS is responsible for studying and reporting on the State's groundwater, petroleum and other earth resources and geologic hazards.
Kansas Historical Society
6425 SW 6th Avenue
Topeka, Kansas 66615
(785) 272-8681
The mission of the Kansas Historical Society is to identify, collect, preserve, research, interpret and disseminate for public use, materials pertaining to Kansas and regional history and to promote the study of Kansas history and the appreciation of its significance. The society is organized around six divisions including, administration, cultural resources, education/outreach, historic sites, Kansas Museum of History, and library and archives.
Kansas Water Office
900 SW Jackson Street #404
Topeka, Kansas 66612
(785) 296-3185 Fax (785) 296-0878 VTDD (785) 296-3185
Kansas Water Office (KWO) is responsible to develop and carry out the State Water Plan that projects and sets water use policies. Coordinates its activities with numerous local, state and federal agencies to achieve this function. Also involved with managing water levels at state and federal reservoirs.
Keep America Beautiful, Topeka/Shawnee County
3805 NW 25th Street
Topeka, Kansas 66618
(785) 224-0446
This is the local affiliate of Keep America Beautiful. The program encourages cooperation between the public and private sector. It strives to inspire greater civic improvement for a cleaner, healthier community. Quarterly Brighten Your Corner awards are presented for beautification, enhancement, clean up and renovation projects.
K-State Research and Extension
Kansas State University
123 Umberger Hall
Manhattan, Kansas 66506
(785) 532-5820
Develops, grows and distributes woody plants for use in windbreaks, woodland plantings and wildlife habitat developments. Involved in several information and education efforts to promote and enhance forestry throughout Kansas.
K-State Research and Extension, Shawnee County
1740 SW Western Avenue
Topeka, Kansas 66604-3095
(785) 232-0062 FAX (785) 232-0093
The Shawnee County Extension Service provides un-biased research information and recommendations from Kansas State University to the public in areas of agriculture, home economics, and 4-H. Educational material, youth programs, and individualized assistance are key areas of service to the public.
Shawnee County Conservation District
3231 SW Van Buren, Suite 2
Topeka, Kansas 66611-2469
(785) 338-9946 FAX (855) 533-5069
Established in 1954, the Shawnee County Conservation District is a subdivision of State government. It is involved in a voluntary program of education, planning and application of conservation practices to conserve and protect our soil and water. The district works closely with the Natural Resources Conservation Service and other agencies to assist in this effort.
Shawnee County Health Department
2600 SW East Circle Drive
Topeka, Kansas 66606
785-251-2000
Environmental Health – North Annex 1515 NW Saline Street, #101
Topeka, Kansas 66618
(785) 291-2455
The agency was formed in 1948 as a City-County District. General sanitation, weed control and inspection of food service establishments have been its responsibilities since that time. Under county-wide zoning, septic system and water supply inspections were also done from that time. Over the years, other programs were added: Air Pollution and Housing Code Enforcement in 1964, and Local Environment Protection Plan (LEPP) in 1990.
Shawnee County Parks and Recreation
3137 SE 29th Street
Topeka, Kansas 66605
(785) 251-2600 FAX 785-266-0308
Shawnee County Parks and Recreation maintains five parks throughout Shawnee County. Lake Shawnee features trout, catfish and bass fishing; waterfowl in abundance in Fall and Spring; all types of water sports; camping; Arboretum and Botanical Gardens; Lake Shawnee boating and fishing licenses required; Shawnee North Community Park, 300 NE 43rd, has a 2.1 mile nature trail along Indian Creek. A catalog of activities is available.
Shawnee County Public Works
1515 NW Saline
Topeka, Kansas 66618
(785) 233-7702 FAX (785) 291-4920
The Shawnee County Public Works is responsible for activities within county right-of-ways and other concerns of general interest to the county as a whole. Maintenance of roads, bridges, zoning issues, underground sewer systems and new sub-division plan review is some of the main responsibilities.
Shawnee County Solid Waste
1515 NW Saline, Suite #150
Topeka, Kansas 66618
(785) 233-4774 FAX (785) 291-4918
Email: [email protected]
The Solid Waste Department is responsible for implementing and overseeing waste reduction, minimization activities throughout the county. In addition to public contact information and education, the division runs three major programs available to Shawnee county residents. 1) Drop off recycling 2) Household Hazardous Waste Collecting 3) Backyard Composting Facilitation.
Shawnee County Weed Department
2044 SW Western Avenue
Topeka, Kansas 66604-3095
(785) 251-7891
An agency charged with the administration and enforcement of the Kansas Noxious Weed Law, Shawnee County Weed Department works with landowners providing cost-share chemical and rental sprayers to control noxious weeds.
Topeka Public Works
515 S Kansas Ave, Suite 403
Topeka, Kansas 66603
General and Administrative
(785) 368-3801 FAX (785) 368-3806
Topeka Public Works
1115 NE Poplar
Topeka, Kansas 66616-1389
Storm water Concerns, Utilities and Infrastructure
(785) 368-3851 FAX (785) 368-3855
The Topeka Public Works is responsible for wide range of construction, permits, inspections, plan reviews, storm water, drinking water, sanitary sewer and other concerns of general interest within the City of Topeka.
Topeka Public Works – Forestry Section
201 NW Topeka Blvd.
Topeka, Kansas 66607
Customer Service (785) 368-3111 FAX (785) 368-2473
Forestry Disposal Services (785) 368-3762
The Topeka Public Works forestry disposal site provides an area for disposal of trees and grass clippings as well as a source for wood chips for mulching.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Chief, Regulatory Branch
Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District
601 East 12th Street
Kansas City, Missouri 64106
(816) 389-2000
The Corps of Engineers has had regulatory responsibility of the nation's navigable waters since passage of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899. This regulatory responsibility was further expanded with the passage of Section 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendments of 1972, now known as the Clean Water Act.
USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA)
3231 SW Van Buren, Suite 1
Topeka, Kansas 66611-2291
(785) 338-7193
An agency within the United States Department of Agriculture, FSA, (formerly ASCS) administers federal farm programs through a variety activities. These include cropping histories, price support payments and catastrophe crop insurance.
USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service
3231 SW Van Buren, Suite 2
Topeka, Kansas 66611-2291
(785) 338-9946 FAX (855) 533-5069
An agency in the United States Department of Agriculture, the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) works closely with the Shawnee County Conservation District. The objective is to provide individuals and groups with on-site technical recommendations and practice design concerning natural resource problems and management. Its goal is to sustain the long term quality of the soil, water, plant, air and animal resources in balance with human needs.
USDA Rural Development
1303 SW First American Place #100
Topeka, Kansas 66604
(785) 271-2700 FAX (785) 271-2708
Rural Development is a lending institute through the federal government covering rural housing, farmer programs and community and business programs.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Region VII, WWPD
11201 Renner Blvd.
Lenexa, Kansas 66219
(800) 223-0425 FAX (913) 551-7066
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, EPA, is responsible for implementing the federal laws designed to protect the environment.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Kansas Ecological Services Field Office
2609 Anderson Avenue
Manhattan, Kansas 66502-2801
(785) 539-3474 FAX (785) 539-8567
Special Agent – Topeka, KS
P.O. Box 8729
Topeka, Kansas 66608
(785) 232-5149
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is responsible for the enforcement of various federal wildlife statutes and regulations. This includes trust species, waterfowl and eagles. The USFWS works closely with many state and federal agencies and private individuals with a wide variety of educational activities dealing with education and wildlife habitat improvement.
U.S. Geological Survey
4821 Quail Crest Place
Lawrence, Kansas 66049-3839
(785) 842-9909 FAX (785) 832-3500
The U.S. Geological Survey is the Nation's largest earth-science agency and has the principle responsibility within the Federal Government for providing hydrologic information and for appraising the Nation's water resources. To do this numerous data collection points have been established in lakes, streams and underground aquifer systems.
Wakarusa Watershed Joint District No. 35
P.O. Box 139
305 Maple
Overbrook, Kansas 66524-0139
(785) 665-7231 FAX (785) 665-7077 (Kansas State Bank)
The Wakarusa Watershed, authorized through Public Law 566, was organized to reduce the frequency and magnitude of flooding within the Wakarusa watershed drainage. This is done by the construction of a series of both federal and state funded dams and other flood reduction structures.
PO Box 56
Wamego, Kansas 66547
(785) 456-9826
The Cross Creek Watershed, authorized through Public Law 566, was organized to reduce the frequency and magnitude of flooding within the Cross Creek watershed drainage. This is done by the construction of a series of both federal and state funded dams and other flood reduction structures.
Kansas Adjutant General’s Department, Division of Emergency Management
2800 SW Topeka Boulevard
Topeka, Kansas 66611
(785) 274-1409 FAX (785) 274-1426
The Kansas Adjutant General's Department, Division of Emergency Management (DEM) is responsible for direction and control of State operational activities in a time of disaster. DEM provides a comprehensive emergency operations plan for use by state government officials to ensure mitigation/preparedness, appropriate response and timely recovery from natural or man-made hazards that may affect the State of Kansas.
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
FEMA Region VII
9221 Ward Parkway
Kansas City, Missouri 64114
(816) 283-7061 (mitigation only)
The mission of FEMA is to provide leadership and support to reduce loss of life and property and to protect our institutions from all types of hazards. This is accomplished through comprehensive, risk-based, all-hazards emergency management program consisting of mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery.
Kansas Agricultural Statistics
3705 Miller Parkway, Suite A
Manhattan, Kansas 66503
(800) 582-6443 FAX (855) 270-2720
Kansas Agricultural Statistics collects, maintains and disseminates statistics on Kansas agriculture. Its parent organization, National Agricultural Statistics, is the official USDA data collection agency.
Kansas Biological Survey
2101 Constant Avenue
Lawrence, Kansas 66047
(785) 864-1500
The Kansas Biological Survey is a non-regulatory state agency and research service of the University of Kansas. The Survey's director is the State Biologist. It conducts biological and environmental research, determines the status of plant and animal populations and the condition of their habitats, and disseminates information that increases understanding of the state's biota.
Kansas Corporation Commission
1500 SW Arrowhead Road
Topeka, Kansas 66604-4027
(785) 271-3100 Consumer Protection (800) 662-0027 FAX (785) 271-3354
The Kansas Corporation Commission, KCC, regulates the state's telecommunications, electric and gas utilities, transportation, and oil and gas production.
Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA)
1320 Research Park Drive
Manhattan, Kansas 66502
(785) 564-6700
The Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA) is the nation's first state department of agriculture. The department works for the entire Kansas agriculture sector, including farmers, ranchers, food establishments and agribusinesses. The department is dedicated to providing support and assistance to make Kansas businesses successful and encouraging more farms, ranches and other agriculture business to expand in or relocate to Kansas. Within this role, the KDA also fulfills its statutory responsibility of regulating business functions in accordance with state law. The department works to ensure businesses know what laws affect them and how they can ensure they are in compliance with those laws.
KDA, Division of Conservation (and State Conservation Commission)
1320 Research Park Drive
Manhattan, Kansas 66502
(785) 564-6620
The State Conservation Commission (SCC), established in 1937, was put under the Kansas Department of Agriculture in 2012. The board of directors still operates as the SCC while the staff work in the Division of Conservation (DOC). Both work to protect and enhance Kansas natural resources through the development, implementation and maintenance of polices, guidelines and programs designed to assist local entities and individuals to conserve our renewable resources.
KDA, Division of Water Resources
Kansas Department of Agriculture
Division of Water Resources
1320 Research Park Drive
Manhattan, Kansas 66502
(785) 564-6700
Topeka Field Office
Building 282, Forbes Field (office location)
6531 SE Forbes Avenue, Suite B (mailing address)
Topeka, Kansas 66619
(785) 296-5733 FAX (785) 296-8298
Email: [email protected]
The Division of Water Resources (DWR) headed by the Chief Engineer-Director, is one of six Divisions within the Kansas Department of Agriculture. It has five Field Offices, Topeka, Stafford, Stockton, Garden City and Chanute. The Division is a water regulatory agency, dealing primarily with water quantity issues, and is responsible for administering 28 State Laws. It has two major statutory responsibilities, the Kansas Water Appropriation Act and the Kansas Stream Obstruction Act.
KDA Meat and Poultry Inspection Program
1320 Research Park Drive
Manhattan, Kansas 66502
(785) 564-6776 FAX (785) 564-6778
Lawrence District Office
USDA, FSIS, FO
4920 Bob Billings Parkway
Lawrence, Kansas 66049
(800) 376-2141 FAX (785) 841-5643
The USDA, Food Safety Inspection Service is charged to regulate meat and poultry processing industry. FSIS insures that meat and poultry products are safe, wholesome, properly labeled and are prepared in a sanitary environment.
KDA Plant Protection and Weed Control
Field Office
6531 SE Forbes Avenue, Suite B
Topeka, Kansas 66619
(785) 564-6698
Kansas Department of Agriculture's Plant Protection and Weed Control regulates pesticide labeling and use within Kansas. The division also administers chemigation safety programs and works jointly with US-EPA on programs to protect endangered species, groundwater and surface waters from pesticides used. Cases of improper use, storage and disposal of pesticides/containers are investigated. Also the division oversees Kansas noxious weed control, biological control and pest survey programs. Plant pest quarantines can be implemented when needed.
KDHE, Bureau of Environmental Remediation
Kansas Department of Health and Environment
Bureau of Environmental Remediation
1000 SW Jackson Street, Suite 410
Topeka, Kansas 66612
(785) 296-3001 FAX (785) 296-1686
The Bureau of Environmental Remediation, BER, KDHE, responds to environmental contamination by controlling pollution at the source, containment and remedial action. Responds to environmental emergencies. Responsibilities include investigation of pollution occurrences and source from spills, illegal dumping, abandoned facilities, landfills, storage tanks and other sources. Regulations covering storage tanks and surface mining. Also involved in min elands reclamation.
KDHE, Bureau of Waste Management
Kansas Department of Health and Environment
Bureau of Waste Management
1000 SW Jackson Street, Suite 320
Topeka, Kansas 66612
(785) 296-1600 FAX (785) 296-1592 (permitting)
FAX (785) 296-8642 (tax support)
FAX (785) 296-8909 (waste policy)
The Bureau of Waste Management has the responsibility and authority to administer the State solid and hazardous waste regulatory programs. Responsibilities include permitting, inspections, enforcement, technical assistance and grant program administration.
KDHE, Bureau of Water
Kansas Department of Health and Environment
Bureau of Water
1000 SW Jackson Street, Suite 420
Topeka, Kansas 66612
(785) 296-5500 FAX (785) 296-5509
The Bureau of Water is responsible to assure a safe public drinking supply. The office oversees monitoring and control of the discharge of pollutants into both surface and groundwater. The Bureau of Water promotes a variety of practices to eliminate pollution problems through an aggressive information education program.
KDHE, Northeast District Office
Kansas Department of Health and Environment
Northeast District Office
800 W. 24th Street
Lawrence, Kansas 66046
(785) 842-4600 FAX (785) 842-3537
Email: [email protected]
The major goal of the NECO is to identify, correct and prevent sources of environmental contamination. The NECO conduct field inspections of KDHE permitted facilities and site appraisals at facilities that apply for a KDHE permit. Technical assistance is provided to help facilities understand environmental regulations and statutes and the conditions of their permits. When a facility is found violating applicable laws or regulations, NECO strives to work cooperatively with the facility operators to correct violations.
KDHE, Small Business/Community Support
Kansas Department Of Health and Environment
Small Business/Community Support
1000 SW Jackson Street, Suite 410
Topeka, Kansas 66612
(785) 296-6603 FAX (785) 296-1686
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment Office of Small Business/Community Support is responsible for coordinating the Kansas Environmental Conference, organizing the Pollution Prevention (P2) Awards, publishing the Kansas Environmental News electronic newsletter, serving as the liaison between KDHE and the Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP), and overseeing the Pollution Prevention Grant Program.
Kansas Department of Transportation
Bureau of Construction and Maintenance
700 SW Harrison Street
Topeka, Kansas 66603
(785) 296-3566 FAX (785) 368-7415
Email: [email protected]
The purpose of the Kansas Department of Transportation is to coordinate the planning, development and operation of the various modes and system of transportation within the state. KDOT is responsible for the creation and maintenance of the 10,000 mile State Highway System. KDOT also has a degree of responsibility for the development of all modes of transportation including roads (both state and locally owned), aviation, railroads and public transit.
Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism
Region 2 Office
300 SW Wanamaker Road
Topeka, Kansas 66606
(785) 273-6740 FAX (785) 273-6757
Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism is a state agency. Its goal is to conserve and enhance Kansas' natural wildlife and its habitats while providing the public with opportunities to use and appreciate the natural resources of Kansas, consistent with the conservation of those resources.
Kansas Geological Survey
West Campus, University Of Kansas
1930 Constant Ave.
Lawrence, Kansas 66047
(785) 864-3965 FAX (785) 864-5317
The Kansas Geological Survey (KGS) is a division of the University of Kansas and has no regulatory responsibility. The KGS is responsible for studying and reporting on the State's groundwater, petroleum and other earth resources and geologic hazards.
Kansas Historical Society
6425 SW 6th Avenue
Topeka, Kansas 66615
(785) 272-8681
The mission of the Kansas Historical Society is to identify, collect, preserve, research, interpret and disseminate for public use, materials pertaining to Kansas and regional history and to promote the study of Kansas history and the appreciation of its significance. The society is organized around six divisions including, administration, cultural resources, education/outreach, historic sites, Kansas Museum of History, and library and archives.
Kansas Water Office
900 SW Jackson Street #404
Topeka, Kansas 66612
(785) 296-3185 Fax (785) 296-0878 VTDD (785) 296-3185
Kansas Water Office (KWO) is responsible to develop and carry out the State Water Plan that projects and sets water use policies. Coordinates its activities with numerous local, state and federal agencies to achieve this function. Also involved with managing water levels at state and federal reservoirs.
Keep America Beautiful, Topeka/Shawnee County
3805 NW 25th Street
Topeka, Kansas 66618
(785) 224-0446
This is the local affiliate of Keep America Beautiful. The program encourages cooperation between the public and private sector. It strives to inspire greater civic improvement for a cleaner, healthier community. Quarterly Brighten Your Corner awards are presented for beautification, enhancement, clean up and renovation projects.
K-State Research and Extension
Kansas State University
123 Umberger Hall
Manhattan, Kansas 66506
(785) 532-5820
Develops, grows and distributes woody plants for use in windbreaks, woodland plantings and wildlife habitat developments. Involved in several information and education efforts to promote and enhance forestry throughout Kansas.
K-State Research and Extension, Shawnee County
1740 SW Western Avenue
Topeka, Kansas 66604-3095
(785) 232-0062 FAX (785) 232-0093
The Shawnee County Extension Service provides un-biased research information and recommendations from Kansas State University to the public in areas of agriculture, home economics, and 4-H. Educational material, youth programs, and individualized assistance are key areas of service to the public.
Shawnee County Conservation District
3231 SW Van Buren, Suite 2
Topeka, Kansas 66611-2469
(785) 338-9946 FAX (855) 533-5069
Established in 1954, the Shawnee County Conservation District is a subdivision of State government. It is involved in a voluntary program of education, planning and application of conservation practices to conserve and protect our soil and water. The district works closely with the Natural Resources Conservation Service and other agencies to assist in this effort.
Shawnee County Health Department
2600 SW East Circle Drive
Topeka, Kansas 66606
785-251-2000
Environmental Health – North Annex 1515 NW Saline Street, #101
Topeka, Kansas 66618
(785) 291-2455
The agency was formed in 1948 as a City-County District. General sanitation, weed control and inspection of food service establishments have been its responsibilities since that time. Under county-wide zoning, septic system and water supply inspections were also done from that time. Over the years, other programs were added: Air Pollution and Housing Code Enforcement in 1964, and Local Environment Protection Plan (LEPP) in 1990.
Shawnee County Parks and Recreation
3137 SE 29th Street
Topeka, Kansas 66605
(785) 251-2600 FAX 785-266-0308
Shawnee County Parks and Recreation maintains five parks throughout Shawnee County. Lake Shawnee features trout, catfish and bass fishing; waterfowl in abundance in Fall and Spring; all types of water sports; camping; Arboretum and Botanical Gardens; Lake Shawnee boating and fishing licenses required; Shawnee North Community Park, 300 NE 43rd, has a 2.1 mile nature trail along Indian Creek. A catalog of activities is available.
Shawnee County Public Works
1515 NW Saline
Topeka, Kansas 66618
(785) 233-7702 FAX (785) 291-4920
The Shawnee County Public Works is responsible for activities within county right-of-ways and other concerns of general interest to the county as a whole. Maintenance of roads, bridges, zoning issues, underground sewer systems and new sub-division plan review is some of the main responsibilities.
Shawnee County Solid Waste
1515 NW Saline, Suite #150
Topeka, Kansas 66618
(785) 233-4774 FAX (785) 291-4918
Email: [email protected]
The Solid Waste Department is responsible for implementing and overseeing waste reduction, minimization activities throughout the county. In addition to public contact information and education, the division runs three major programs available to Shawnee county residents. 1) Drop off recycling 2) Household Hazardous Waste Collecting 3) Backyard Composting Facilitation.
Shawnee County Weed Department
2044 SW Western Avenue
Topeka, Kansas 66604-3095
(785) 251-7891
An agency charged with the administration and enforcement of the Kansas Noxious Weed Law, Shawnee County Weed Department works with landowners providing cost-share chemical and rental sprayers to control noxious weeds.
Topeka Public Works
515 S Kansas Ave, Suite 403
Topeka, Kansas 66603
General and Administrative
(785) 368-3801 FAX (785) 368-3806
Topeka Public Works
1115 NE Poplar
Topeka, Kansas 66616-1389
Storm water Concerns, Utilities and Infrastructure
(785) 368-3851 FAX (785) 368-3855
The Topeka Public Works is responsible for wide range of construction, permits, inspections, plan reviews, storm water, drinking water, sanitary sewer and other concerns of general interest within the City of Topeka.
Topeka Public Works – Forestry Section
201 NW Topeka Blvd.
Topeka, Kansas 66607
Customer Service (785) 368-3111 FAX (785) 368-2473
Forestry Disposal Services (785) 368-3762
The Topeka Public Works forestry disposal site provides an area for disposal of trees and grass clippings as well as a source for wood chips for mulching.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Chief, Regulatory Branch
Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District
601 East 12th Street
Kansas City, Missouri 64106
(816) 389-2000
The Corps of Engineers has had regulatory responsibility of the nation's navigable waters since passage of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899. This regulatory responsibility was further expanded with the passage of Section 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendments of 1972, now known as the Clean Water Act.
USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA)
3231 SW Van Buren, Suite 1
Topeka, Kansas 66611-2291
(785) 338-7193
An agency within the United States Department of Agriculture, FSA, (formerly ASCS) administers federal farm programs through a variety activities. These include cropping histories, price support payments and catastrophe crop insurance.
USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service
3231 SW Van Buren, Suite 2
Topeka, Kansas 66611-2291
(785) 338-9946 FAX (855) 533-5069
An agency in the United States Department of Agriculture, the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) works closely with the Shawnee County Conservation District. The objective is to provide individuals and groups with on-site technical recommendations and practice design concerning natural resource problems and management. Its goal is to sustain the long term quality of the soil, water, plant, air and animal resources in balance with human needs.
USDA Rural Development
1303 SW First American Place #100
Topeka, Kansas 66604
(785) 271-2700 FAX (785) 271-2708
Rural Development is a lending institute through the federal government covering rural housing, farmer programs and community and business programs.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Region VII, WWPD
11201 Renner Blvd.
Lenexa, Kansas 66219
(800) 223-0425 FAX (913) 551-7066
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, EPA, is responsible for implementing the federal laws designed to protect the environment.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Kansas Ecological Services Field Office
2609 Anderson Avenue
Manhattan, Kansas 66502-2801
(785) 539-3474 FAX (785) 539-8567
Special Agent – Topeka, KS
P.O. Box 8729
Topeka, Kansas 66608
(785) 232-5149
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is responsible for the enforcement of various federal wildlife statutes and regulations. This includes trust species, waterfowl and eagles. The USFWS works closely with many state and federal agencies and private individuals with a wide variety of educational activities dealing with education and wildlife habitat improvement.
U.S. Geological Survey
4821 Quail Crest Place
Lawrence, Kansas 66049-3839
(785) 842-9909 FAX (785) 832-3500
The U.S. Geological Survey is the Nation's largest earth-science agency and has the principle responsibility within the Federal Government for providing hydrologic information and for appraising the Nation's water resources. To do this numerous data collection points have been established in lakes, streams and underground aquifer systems.
Wakarusa Watershed Joint District No. 35
P.O. Box 139
305 Maple
Overbrook, Kansas 66524-0139
(785) 665-7231 FAX (785) 665-7077 (Kansas State Bank)
The Wakarusa Watershed, authorized through Public Law 566, was organized to reduce the frequency and magnitude of flooding within the Wakarusa watershed drainage. This is done by the construction of a series of both federal and state funded dams and other flood reduction structures.
