How do in the ground private septic systems have an effect on the condition of the rivers?
A As a means of converting human waste into non-harmful wastewater, their content of nitrogen and phosphorus is substantial. When these systems, which are also considered non-point systems, break down or are overloaded, the untreated effluent finds its way into the waters. Also septic systems should be required to have denitrification technology to greatly reduce the N going into groundwater from these septic systems It would help if County inspections of these systems were increased, and when properties change hands, the septic system should be certified by the County as acceptable.
Related Questions
- In the geographic area that feeds into Mill Creek Pump Station there are still large areas that have private septic systems. When and how will these properties become part of the public sewer system and will this additional flow be sent to Mill Creek Pump Station?
- How do in the ground private septic systems have an effect on the condition of the rivers?
- Why are septic systems installed so close to the ground surface?
