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Onsite Wastewater Discharge

University owned/operated facilities that have onsite wastewater disposal systems and dispose of wastewater onsite, or have a point source discharge to surface or ground water. Aspects include septic systems, drywells, non-stormwater discharges to the ground surface, etc. Underground Injection Control is included in this program.

Tools

External LinkCU Environmental Checklist

Regulations

External LinkSeptic Systems: USEPA Septic Systems Overview
External LinkSeptic Systems: USEPA Large Capacity Septic Systems
External LinkInjection Wells: USEPA Underground Injection Control
External LinkInjection Wells: USEPA 40 CFR Part 144 - Underground Injection Control Program
External LinkInjection Wells: USEPA 40 CFR Part 146 - Underground Injection Control Program: Criteria and Standards
External LinkState Pollution Discharge Elimination System (SPDES) - NYSDEC Permit Program