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  1. CmpMan

    How to create a septic drain field in clay?

    Hi Oldestguy, Thanks for the info. I'll check into this for sure. CmpMan
  2. CmpMan

    How to create a septic drain field in clay?

    The mound system was suggested by the previous post also. In fact the soil engineer thought this would be a viable alternative. Thanks for your advice. I have not tried other forums. Can you recommend one? Hadn't thought about having it pumped elsewhere, sounds expensive though but it is a...
  3. CmpMan

    How to create a septic drain field in clay?

    I see what about the bed project? (The link is very helpful too, need to study with a cup of java)
  4. CmpMan

    How to create a septic drain field in clay?

    How many years has been in use?
  5. CmpMan

    How to create a septic drain field in clay?

    How costly was the installation? How many years has it been in operation? >> C The bed must be sectionalized with a series of valves that control effluent flow to each section proportional to the evapotranspiration potential of the season. Did you install these valves? The mound system is...
  6. CmpMan

    How to create a septic drain field in clay?

    Ah, I have spoken to them and they are at the end of their rope, so to speak. We had five inches of rain two weeks ago and now existing septic installs are having problems. This area has always had deep clay 7 to 10 feet and a low water table, 7 feet. They are requiring two lots to build so...
  7. CmpMan

    How to create a septic drain field in clay?

    Thank you for your response. We are on the east coast and while it is hot we do not have dry air, but humidity. I learned recently that a large developement several miles from my location has installed a large pond and have received permission to spray water into the air. I need to check...
  8. CmpMan

    How to create a septic drain field in clay?

    I have a parcel of land 70 x 240 ft. I need to install a drain field for a septic system that would allow approx. 360 gal of water to dissipate and keep effluent from pooling on surface. A septic system would aerate the waste before draining. The site has clay that is at least 10.5 ft...

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