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Septic System Failure GET PUMPED!

Septic System

GET PUMPED! Overview Improper/infrequent maintenance is the most common cause of system failure. Even systems that appear to be working may be contaminating groundwater or surface water supplies.

GET PUMPED! Overview – Causes When the amount of wastewater entering the system is more than it can handle, wastewater backs up into the house, or inadequately treated wastewater enters the drainfield. Other causes: Improper design/installation Household toxics Household cleaners Garbage disposals

GET PUMPED! Overview – Symptoms/Effects Signs of failure: Unpleasant odor inside or outside Sewage backup into the house Soggy soil, visible liquid waste flow, excessive grass growth over the drainfield Noticeable weed or algae growth near shorelines High levels of coliform bacteria or nitrate in nearby wells Wastewater from septic systems can contain nitrate, bacteria, and viruses.

GET PUMPED! Did You Know? Diseases like hepatitis and dysentery can result from bacteria and viruses from failing septic systems. Surface water supplies can also be affected by failing septic systems. Failing septics can lead to high nitrate levels in groundwater, which can cause “blue baby syndrome” in infants. Partially treated wastewater from the septic tank can still contain harmful bacteria and/or viruses.

GET PUMPED! What NOT to Do: DON’T cover the drainfield with additional soil if wastewater surfaces. DON’T dump chemicals like pesticides, paint thinner, or auto products down the drain. DON’T overuse detergents, bleaches, drain cleaners, and other household products. DON’T pipe wastewater to a road ditch, storm sewer, or nearby surface water body. DON’T wait for the system to have problems before pumping the tank!

GET PUMPED! What TO do: DO have your septic tank tested for watertightness during installation and inspection. DO plant a buffer strip of grass or other small, short- rooted vegetation between your drainfield and the shoreline of any nearby water body. DO have your private drinking water well tested annually for contaminants. DO ensure your septic system has been designed and installed properly.

GET PUMPED! Contacts Insert local contact information The Groundwater Foundation P.O. Box Lincoln, NE