Definition

Clarification- To make clear by removing solid matter
Effluent- Outflow from a sewage or septic tank system
Effluent Filter- an outlet tee or a devise installed in the outlet tee to catch particles form leaving the septic tank and entering the field lines

What is the cost of having a Septic Tank? - $.18 per day

What is the cost of City Sewer? - $2.22 per day

How many homes use Septic Tanks? - 25% of the nation is on some type of onsite system

Links

Jefferson County Health Department

Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board

Alabama Onsite Wastewater Association Training Center