Residential Onsite Wastewater Treatment

G1473
Published 2008

A septic tank will provide preliminary wastewater treatment. The tank must be sized to handle the wastewater load and installed properly. It requires periodic inspection and maintenance in order to treat wastewater and protect the environment and human health. The tank must be used in combination with an effluent treatment system. Additional Extension publications are available on various effluent treatment options including traditional and gravelless drainfields, mound systems and constructed wetlands.

Publication Details

Authors

Janet R. Hygnstrom

Sharon O. Skipton

Wayne E Woldt

Subject

Natural Resources

Waste Management

Publication Date September 03, 2002
Last Revision Date August 04, 2008
Language English
Formats

HTML / PDF

Series NebGuide