Site Evaluation in Jefferson County

The client is working on expanding their facility with a building to house a school. This requires an expansion to the septic or an additional septic system to be installed. First step is to submit the plans to the local health department and schedule a site evaluation. The environmentalist then analyze the soil in multiple areas and create a report demonstrating the type, size and location where the system can be installed.

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Planning a Septic System Expansion for a New School Facility

When a property is expanded to include new buildings, the septic system must be evaluated to ensure it can handle the additional wastewater flow. We worked with a client who was building a new facility to house a school. This expansion required either enlarging the existing septic system or installing an entirely new one.

Before any work could begin, the project plans were submitted to the local health department for review. This is a critical step in ensuring the new system will meet all regulations and handle the projected capacity of the school.

After reviewing the plans, a site evaluation was performed to determine the most suitable location and system design. This included:

• Testing soil in multiple areas of the property
• Reviewing setbacks and available space for installation
• Compiling a detailed report outlining the type, size, and location of the system that could be installed

The site evaluation ensures the system is sized correctly and positioned in an area where it can perform optimally for years to come. For facilities like schools, which produce steady and significant wastewater flow, proper planning is essential to prevent overloading the system and creating costly problems down the road.

At Hartman Septic, we work hand-in-hand with clients and local health departments to ensure every system, whether for a home, business, or institution is designed for performance, compliance, and long-term reliability.

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