Park officials in Harnett County, North Carolina wanted to expand Raven Rock State Park to include nine new campsites with five to six RV hookups and a bathhouse including showers and restrooms.
The key challenge of this project is the seasonal variation in wastewater flow and strength. In the summer, the terminal will see up to 50 people per day, while in the winter months there may be only 10 visitors per week. Keeping the mound functional and preventing freezing during the slow months, while having enough capacity for the high season was a challenge. Retaining the overall aesthetic of the site including the caretaker’s residence was also a challenge.
Rowan, Iowa was required by the State to upgrade all wastewater treatment systems in the City because the effluent was flowing into a field and emptying into a nearby creek. These included more than 150 residential, municipal, and commercial systems.
A significant facility increase necessitated a wastewater system to protect the surrounding environment and recharge the aquifer.
Due to the rural location, connection to a city sewer system was not an option, so an onsite sewage treatment system was designed.
A low-impact development strategy will help Forest Lakes Country Club in Nova Scotia retain the rural characteristics of the area.
This NY lodge was being restored to its original condition, but the existing septic system was not sized to handle the proposed flow from the site.
Due to its remote location and proximity to a lake, Camp Hirondelle needed a resourceful solution to replace their failing septic system.
A YMCA campus wanted to expand, but the existing septic system was unable to handle the daily flow increase of 16 new toilets.
The community of Los Osos, California had a long struggle in choosing the direction for wastewater treatment.
