Our goal in this conference is to present the science that serves as the foundation for on-site wastewater regulations
and to focus on how soils affect systems. The soil is the most critical component of an on-site wastewater system. Even
the most highly acclaimed technologies can fail on a given site if the specific soil properties are not an integral part
of the system design. As society pushes for the means to use land previously labeled unsuitable for development, our
understanding of how soil properties should influence system design becomes increasingly important. This conference is
designed to support field practitioners with critical information for recommending on-site systems based on soil and site
evaluations.
1. Learn about a wide range of soil properties related to on-site wastewater systems.
2. Gain valuable insight into evaluating soils to improve system design.
3. Understand how the soil-based regulations were developed and how they are applied.
4. Join a field option to study site-specific soil properties, tire chip processing, or integrated design.
5. Learn about educational opportunities that can enhance job skill.
6. Interact with colleagues and manufacturers within the on-site community and understand how each member of the
community can help with your job.
Session 1
Site Evaluation and Design of Large Systems
Session 2
The Science Behind Soil and Site Evaluations and Regulations
Session 3
Nutrient and Pathogen Reduction and Watersheds
Session 4
Presentations from the Call for Abstracts
Session 5
Remote Systems – County Approaches
To be added to our mailing list for a complete brochure and registration form, you may:
Please address any questions to Dr. David Lindbo, Assistant Professor/Extension Specialist.
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on 5/24/06.