Agrilife Extension Resources
We have a variety of materials and programs related to the design of community and municipal infrastructure for the purpose of helping conserve and protect water resources and avoiding damage from excessive water.
Related Departments: Soil and Crop Sciences, Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences
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This 2-page publication explains the advantages and disadvantages of low-pressure dosing systems as well as estimated costs and maintenance requirements.
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This 7-page publication outlines the responsibilities of a homeowner whose wastewater is treated by an aerobic treatment unit and spray field.
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This 4-page publication explains the treatment, design, operation, and maintenance of septic tanks and soil absorption systems.
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This 4-page publication explains the treatment, design, operation, and maintenance of ET beds.
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This 4-page publication explains the treatment, design, operation, and maintenance of sand filters.
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This 4-page publication explains the treatment, design, operation, and maintenance of constructed wetlands.
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This 2-page publication explains the advantages and disadvantages of conventional septic tank/drain fields, as well as estimated costs and maintenance requirements.
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Proper management techniques to reduce odor and excessive sludge accumulation covered in this publication include: Maintaining pH and salt levels Pumping regularly Maintaining adequate bacteria levels Designing for efficiency Definitions of key words are boxed in this publication for easy reference. (2 pages)
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This 8-page publication explains factors to consider when choosing an on-site wastewater treatment system and lists the nine steps required to obtain a permit for one.
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This 7-page publication explains the options as well as the steps to implementing an alternative system.