septic tank

Even before the fire, few septic tanks and leach fields probably met current standards, which require substantially enhanced removal of pathogens.

A staffer from lead contractor ECC asks for important property details: Are there septic tank lids or propane tanks that need to be avoided?

The number does not account for septic tanks and ponds that may not have been spotted through aerial surveillance, Diaz said.

These included new treatment plants, along with schemes which would let owners of septic tanks and package treatment works ask for a connection to the mains sewer under certain conditions.

There were six beds arranged in three bunk beds, and in one corner there was a septic tank and "a pipe that served as a shower".