"Pop" wrote in message
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I think its a 1,000 gal. tank. I had it pumped 2 weeks ago. No
problems but it had been two years since last pumping. Everybody in
the neighborhood has to replace there's when they sell due to title 5
septic laws. Most wont pass inspection for sale.

Tank cover is 3 feet down. I added a 2 foot riser so I only have to
dig 1 foot down.

Before it was pumped 2 weeks ago I took the cover off and the water
level was right at the cover. After it was pumped, the water level was
about 6' - 8' down from the lid.

I just went out to bury the riser lid and checked the level. It is
right up to the lid again.

Is this normal?

I'm not sure how these systems work. Solids fall to the bottom of the
tank while the water fills the tank and drains out the "leeching
field".

?????

Any info on this subject would help!


Thanks

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