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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSEP1987-00079 6.5 Sheridan Sfreei �.° Paz Townsend'NA 98368 wo nJeffersonCounyPubicHeaSh.org Pu• tC ELAINE GIRARD Acpci A,Z 3 2016 631 S POINT RD PORT LUDLOW WA 98365-9296 RE: Septic System Monitoring Inspection Report SITE ADDRESS:631 S POINT RD PARCEL#996600025 CASE#: SOM87-00079 Dear: ELAINE GIRARD On February 9, 2015 a monitoring inspection was completed on the above referenced property. This inspection found the following item/s of concern that require correction: 1. Cracked or broken monitoring ports must be repaired to prevent any leakage into the tank. 2. Shrubs growing on the mounds will need to be removed to avoid root infiltration. The purpose of proper maintenance is so the County,for the benefit and protection of the public's health, is assured by this department that these systems are designed, installed and maintained in a proper manner. We appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. If you should have further questions please contact this office at 385-9444. The code sections referenced are attached for your information. This letter is intended to serve as formal notice that further approvals may be withheld until this work is completed and approved by Health Department staff. Postponing correction may result in premature failure of the septic system. A permit is required for any repair or modification of an onsite sewage system per Washington Administrative Code 246-272A and Jefferson County Code 8.15. Sincerely, 5 Environmental Health Specialist Jefferson County Public Health 360-385-9444 c: File, O&M Provider Community Health Environmental Health Developmental Disabilities Water Quality 360-385-9400 360-385-9444 360-385-9401 (f) (f)360-379-4487 \\tidemark\data\forms\F_SOM_CorrReq_novio.rpt Code References 8.15.150 OPERATION,MAINTENANCE AND MONITORING (1) Responsibility of Owner(s). The owner of every residence,business,or other place where persons congregate,reside or are employed that is served by an OSS,and each person with access to deposit materials in the OSS shall use,operate,and maintain the system to eliminate the risk to the public associated with improperly treated sewage. Owners'duties are included,without limitation,in the following list: a. They shall comply with the conditions stated on the on-site sewage permit. b. They shall employ an approved pumper to remove the septage from the tank(s)when the level of solids and scum indicates that removal is necessary. The septic tank shall be pumped when the total amount of solids equals or exceeds one-third(1/3)the volume of the tank. The pump and/or siphon chamber(s)shall be pumped when solids are observed. c. They shall not use water in quantities that exceed the OSS's designed capacity for treatment and disposal. d. They shall not deposit solid,hazardous waste,or chemicals other than household cleaners in the OSS. e. They shall not deposit waste or other material that causes the effluent entering the drainfield to exceed the parameters of residential/household waste strength. f. They shall not build any structure in the OSS area or reserve area without express,prior consent of the Health Officer. g. They shall neither place nor remove fill over the OSS or reserve area without express,prior consent of the Health Officer. h. They shall not pave or place other impervious cover over the OSS or reserve area. i. They shall divert drains,such as footing or roof drains away from the area of the OSS. j. They shall comply with inspection requirements in JCC 8.15.150 and WAC 246-272A k. They shall complete maintenance and repair of the OSS as recommended by the monitoring entity. 1. They should not dispose of excess food waste via a garbage disposal. m. They should not drive,park or store vehicles or equipment over the drainfield or reserve area. n. They should not allow livestock access to the OSS area or reserve area. o. They shall comply with WAC 246-272A-270. (2) Breach of Owner's Responsibilities. An owner's or occupier's failure to fulfill any of the responsibilities in 8.15.150(1) shall be a basis for a Notice of Violation and for the Health Officer to decline to issue approval for further development on the parcel.