Wastewater (aka Septic System) Workshop
Wastewater Management Workshop - Presentation, Handouts, Audio Recording
Septic systems can contribute significantly to lake phosphorus levels. Phosphorus can feed algae increasing the possibility of green blue algae (cyanobacteria) blooms which can be toxic to wildlife, pets, and people. Making sure your septic system is operating correctly can help keep Lake Fairlee healthy. Review the below linked materials to learn what you can do to make sure your septic system is not negatively impacting the lake's health.
On July 14, 2023, Cristin Ashmankas of the Vermont DEC's Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division gave a very informative and insightful presentation on wastewater systems (aka septic systems) at the Fairlee Town Hall on July 13. This successful workshop was jointly sponsored by the Lake Morey Protective Association and the LFA.
If you missed the presentation here are:
Septic systems can contribute significantly to lake phosphorus levels. Phosphorus can feed algae increasing the possibility of green blue algae (cyanobacteria) blooms which can be toxic to wildlife, pets, and people. Making sure your septic system is operating correctly can help keep Lake Fairlee healthy. Review the below linked materials to learn what you can do to make sure your septic system is not negatively impacting the lake's health.
On July 14, 2023, Cristin Ashmankas of the Vermont DEC's Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division gave a very informative and insightful presentation on wastewater systems (aka septic systems) at the Fairlee Town Hall on July 13. This successful workshop was jointly sponsored by the Lake Morey Protective Association and the LFA.
If you missed the presentation here are:
- The presentation slides (this is a large file, be patient if your internet speed is slow)
- The handouts: Homeowner's Handout, Failed System Handout
- The audio only presentation The presentation does not start until minute 00:17:40 - so skip ahead to that point. You can try to scroll through the slides while you listen to the audio presentation.
- Contacts for specific questions