What are the problems if we empty an RV or other waste holding tank into the septic system?
The concern with dumping RV disinfectants or any chemical into a septic system is that high concentrations of a disinfectant may not only harm the natural bacterial and other actions that occur in the septic tank, worse, it could harm the biomat which forms under and is essential for proper functioning of the drainfield. With some chemicals there is also the risk that the chemical itself is an environmental contaminant. You can understand why New York State and perhaps other states have taken the position quoted just above. Considering that the chemical manufacturer says they are confident that their chemical won’t harm the system if we follow their instructions, then if you want to develop some real test data, after checking with your local health department to discuss doing a mini-study of this kind: Go ahead and empty your RV tank into the septic system, Once only, making a note of the volume dumped and the other information listed above. If you don’t already have one, install a ris
