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Resource / Manual for on-lot septic design? 1

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proletariat

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Apr 15, 2005
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Is there an "aashto green book" of the septic tank world? Any resources where I could do some self-study, or is septic design all learn by rote?
 
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I don't know about your area... you might want to talk to an installer. In Ontario, I've designed several systems... it's a matter of determining the soil characteristics (percolation rate), this can be done by gradation or by running a Percolation Test.

It's a matter of determining the daily effluent... this can be done by building area, fixture units, and/or occupant load.

Having the daily effluent, it's a matter of sizing the unit or type of septic system and obtaining the necessary approvals. This may vary depending on the locale.

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I've found the EPA books to be the closest thing to what you're asking for. And one them's got a mostly green cover to boot!!

EPA Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems Manual is one and the other is the older EPA Onsite Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Systems.
 
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