Publication Date
1983
Bulletin Number
62
Document Type
Article
Description
The aquifers of the Big Sioux and Missouri Rivers in Union County, South Dakota are important sources of water for municipal and agriculture use. Nonincorporated residential developments in rural areas in southeastern South Dakota have greatly increased over the last fifteen years. With this growth the chance for septic system contamination of underlying shallow aquifers has greatly increased. The proper use of soils overlying and draining into the aquifers is critical in maintaining water quality. As a result of this concern for potential pollution hazards, a study was initiated to identify soil limitations for septic tank absorption fields. The bulletin and its maps are meant to point out potential problem areas and not provide very detailed site information. It is designed to serve as a guide for county and state officials as they plan the development of the county.
Pages
59
Publisher
South Dakota State University
Type
text
Format
application/pdf
Recommended Citation
Malo, Douglas, "Soil Limitations for Septic Tank Absorption Fields in Selected Areas of Union County" (1983). Agricultural Experiment Station Technical Bulletins (1939-2011). 67.
https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/agexperimentsta_tb/67