Protecting Water Resources
with On-site Wastewater Septic Systems
Most acreage residents rely on private onsite wastewater treatment systems for sewage management. The design and installation of private systems is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality and local agencies. In addition, the user is responsible for operating and maintaining the system to effectively remove wastewater from the home and treat wastewater to prevent contaminants from entering groundwater, surface water, and/or coming in contact with humans. Proper operation and maintenance includes controlling water use, spreading out water use evenly over a period of time, avoiding use and disposal of some products and materials, and having systems checked and serviced (including having septic tanks and holding tanks pumped) on a regular bases.
- Black Stains from Water
- Check Your Water System as a New Year Resolution
- Gray Water Use Is Illegal If Not Treated Properly
- Heavy Rain, Flooding and Well Water Safety
- Holiday Guests and Your Water & Wastewater System
- How Often Should A Septic Tank Be Pumped?
- I have cattails in my sewage lagoon – what do I do?
- It's Spring - Time to Inspect and Maintain Your Wastewater Lagoon
- Maintaining Your Residential Wastewater Lagoon
- Maintaining Your Septic System
- Reduce Risk of a Frozen Septic System
- September is National Septic Smart Week
- Use Garbage Disposals Sparingly
- Water Q & A - Lagoon Water Levels
- Water Q & A - Septic system placement
- Winter Weather, Water & Wastewater
- Yeast Additives and Wastewater Lagoons
Wastewater @ Water.unl.edu
Publications
- Water Management- Conservation, Drinking Water, Water Quality
- Waste Management- Home Septic Systems
Partners
- Nebraska Game & Parks
- Nebraska Well Drillers Association
- Nebraska Water Center
- North American Lake Management Society
- USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service
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