Many of KPUD customers are not served by public sewer systems and depend on on-site septic systems to treat and dispose of waste water. A well designed and maintained septic system can provide years of low-cost service. On-site septic systems keep the water you use on your property, use natural materials to filter wastewater and gradually return the water to the aquifer.
If you have a septic system, it makes good sense to follow these tips.
- Practice water conservation. The more wastewater produced the more the system must treat and dispose. Decreasing the amount of water use can extend life of the system and help to avoid costly repairs. One easy and inexpensive way to save water is to install low flow showerheads. They are available free from our office.
- Inspect the system and pump out your septic tank when needed. Don’t wait until you have a problem. Check the sludge and scum levels in the tank regularly. Using a garbage disposal will require the tank to be pumped more often.
- Flush only waste into the tank. Chemicals are harmful to the system and pollute groundwater. Grease, paper towels and coffee ground cannot easily decompose in the tank.
- Protect your system from damage. Keep vehicles, heavy equipment and livestock off your drainfield. Do not place impermeable materials like plastic or concrete over your drainfield. Grass is the best cover for your system.
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