Septic Systems (Decentralized/Onsite Systems)

Do Your Part, Be SepticSmart!

SepticSmart Week is September 15-19, 2025!

Check out new materials and download the Save-The-Date Flyer and Seal
Closing America’s Wastewater Access Gap Initiative

This new expanded initiative will help 150 communities with decentralized wastewater needs (or no wastewater infrastructure) pursue federal funding opportunities. The original pilot initiative assisted 11 communities in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
- Learn about the technical assistance initiative
Financing Decentralized Wastewater Systems

Financing Decentralized Wastewater Treatment Systems: Pathways to Success with the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (pdf) (51.65 MB)

A guide for community leaders, local and state decentralized wastewater treatment programs, and CWSRF managers for using the CWSRF to finance decentralized systems.

Encouraging homeowners, wastewater professionals, and state, tribal, and local officials to design and maintain effective systems to protect public health, preserve valuable water resources, and maintain economic vitality in their communities.

EPA’s Decentralized Partnership Renews for 2023

EPA’s Decentralized Wastewater Management Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Partnership is designed to improve the overall performance and management of decentralized systems. The Partnership, renewed every 3 years, ensures collaboration at the national level to improve decentralized performance and protect the nation's public health and water resources. In 2023 the Partnership welcomes five new members.