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How deep can a septic tank be. Is it ok to put gravel on top, or dirt Will it hurt the drain field?

Septic tanks may be installed at any depth in the soil. The main factors that determine the depth of the tank are sewer line depth, and the site conditions. It is ok to put gravel or dirt over your septic tank. If you have six or more inches of dirt you can grow grass as well.Putting gravel or dirt over the septic tank will not harm the drain field.


How thick should gravel be to pour concrete on top?

should be at lest 4 inches


Can you put a deck over a septic tank?

Yes, you can put a deck over a septic tank, but there are important considerations to keep in mind. The deck should not be placed directly on top of the tank, as it needs access for maintenance and inspections. It's advisable to use a deck design that allows for removable sections or access points. Additionally, check local regulations and consult with a professional to ensure compliance and avoid damaging the septic system.


Can a Leaking toilet overflow the septic tank?

Since it is just water, it should go directly to the laterals. If the septic tank was full, the toilet would not drain. There may be a problem with the tank or the lateral field. ========================================================== Put simply a septic tank is always full! It starts off being full of water. Over time (a long time) a layer of processed toilet forms at the bottom as compost. At the same time the lighter than water items, grease,fat, oil, plastic etc: float on the top. Our toilet is 70% water, the remaining 30%solids are converted into carbon dioxide and methane gases before dropping to the bottom of the tank as a few grams of compost, hence the fact that a correctly sized septic tank , used only for things we had already eaten, will take twenty or thirty years before it requires emptying. As waste enters the tank, it pushes processed liquid out of the other side. The level remains the same. All this stops when the drain field is full of liquid, due perhaps, to a raised water table, if your drain field is sitting in the middle of an underground lake, then you have to wait for the lakes water level to drop, before your drain field will empty. A company should not install a drain field where there is less than 36 inches of soil between the bottom of the drain field and the seasonal high of ground water.


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How deep can a septic tank be. Is it ok to put gravel on top, or dirt Will it hurt the drain field?

Septic tanks may be installed at any depth in the soil. The main factors that determine the depth of the tank are sewer line depth, and the site conditions. It is ok to put gravel or dirt over your septic tank. If you have six or more inches of dirt you can grow grass as well.Putting gravel or dirt over the septic tank will not harm the drain field.


How do you treat a septic finger?

top 3 ways to treat a septic finger 1. put it in a hot bath and stick a needle in it 2 go to the doctor and take antibiotics 3 put anti septic on it ;)


Is it good for ground level water to go into septic tank?

not really as septic tanks are designed to separate solids and liquids. they are then connected by a pipe to a leech field which deals with the liquids.... so if ground water runs in, it could saturate the leech field such that it QUITS leeching-and now you have stinky mess rolling out the top of the septic tank. Even a running toilet is a big concern for the same reason.


How can I effectively use gravel for a French drain installation?

To effectively use gravel for a French drain installation, first dig a trench and line it with landscape fabric. Then, add a layer of gravel at the bottom of the trench. Place a perforated pipe on top of the gravel and cover it with more gravel. Finally, fold the fabric over the top of the gravel and backfill the trench with soil. This will help water flow away from the area efficiently.


Can a Pool be built on top of septic tank?

Yes! There are many instances of pools being built high up in hotels etc. Therefore, a pool built over a septic will not be a problem. Providing there is enough space above the septic tank to enable servicing.


What media would plants grow better in clay top soil compost or gravel?

Top soil.


What science tool is used to separate gravel and water?

A sieve or a filter can be used to separate gravel and water by pouring the mixture through the sieve or filter. The gravel will stay on top while the water passes through.


How thick should gravel be to pour concrete on top?

should be at lest 4 inches


What can you put on top of a crushed concrete driveway?

Pea gravel, crushed granite or asphalt.


What is used to separate sand from gravel?

A sieve or a mesh screen can be used to separate sand from gravel. The mixture is poured onto the sieve, and the smaller particles like sand will fall through, while the larger gravel particles will remain on top.


What happens when you flush a cigarette down a toilet in a septic sewer system?

The filter will go into the tank and, usually, float to the top. They do not biodegrade because they are made from synthetic materials. A few do not cause damage, but numerous can clog openings, vent lines or field lines.


Is top soil good for plant growth?

Top soil usually has humus and minerals which are often absent from sand, clay or gravel.