![]() Newer tanks may also have two manhole covers, one above each baffle. Newer tanks may have two compartments with a concrete dividing wall, which limits the amount of scum and sludge that can reach the outlet. Filters can be placed in the outlet baffle to provider greater retention of scum and sludge. The baffles in this illustration prevent sludge and scum from escaping and contaminating the rest of your well water system. Solid materials from the wastewater settle to the bottom, where a portion of the the sludge is decomposed by anaerobic bacteria. As the wastewater sits, fats, oils, grease and soap float to the surface (scum). Household wastewater enters the septic tank through the inlet. A conventional septic system will include a distribution box to help distribute the wastewater evenly among the trenches to ensure maximum wastewater to soil contact. The septic system on your property includes two components: a tank and a soil dispersal area or drainfield. If you don’t already have your septic system drawing, you can contact your county permitting office to request a copy. It is important to know that your system was designed specifically for your home taking into consideration, number of bedrooms (estimate of number of people), soil type and depth to water table or other confining layer. The first step to understanding your septic system is to familiarize yourself with what you have. Understanding Your Septic System and How It Works ![]()
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