There are several approved alternatives to conventional, gravel trenches. One of the main benefits is WEIGHT. The absence of gravel makes installation much easier during system repairs. Information about alternative trenches (chamber and polystyrene) is available at the NCDENR OSWW Innovative Wastewater System Approvals website.

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