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See also: Private Water Supply Wells Program Resources
The On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Dispersal Systems Program resources page comprises much of the wastewater information the Branch provides to local health departments and other clients.
This resources page comprises:
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Laws and Rules (moved to the EHS Rules page)
Sample Forms, Letters, and Publications (moved to the EHS forms page)
Design Aids - Updated 10/29/20
Homeowner Materials and Research - Updated 09/14/20
Governor Cooper Recognized September 14-18 as a SepticSmart Week in NC
There are over four million occupied homes in North Carolina and approximately 50% use septic systems to collect, treat, and disperse their wastewater. This dependence within the state has remained relatively constant for more than 20 years. On-site systems are projected to be used in ever-increasing numbers as a part of the permanent wastewater treatment infrastructure in communities due to population growth, development pressure, and the high cost of centralized wastewater treatment systems. North Carolina had the third highest number of homes served by septic systems in the 1990 Census, and the National Environmental Services Center 2015 Assessment Report indicated that North Carolina had the highest number of new septic system installations across the United States.
Septic systems are environmentally friendly and are safe to public health. Septic systems can provide a permanent wastewater treatment solution if closer attention is provided to use, inspection, operation, and management of the systems. It is important for all NC citizens served by septic systems to be aware of and practice proper care and maintenance of this important component of their home infrastructure. That is why Governor Cooper has declared September 14-18, 2020, as SepticSmart Week in North Carolina. SepticSmart Week is an annual event focused on educating homeowners and communities on the proper care and maintenance of their septic systems.
For more information, please visit https://www.epa.gov/septic/septicsmart-week#ssw2020
Being septic smart, or knowledgeable about septic systems, is a good way for homeowners to lengthen the lifespan of their septic systems by keeping them regularly maintained and knowing when to contact a septic system service professional if a problem occurs.
SepticSmart Week 2020
County On-Site Activity Reports
Updated: October 29, 2020