Sewage Systems...
On-Site Waste Treatment System
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) has set minimum state standards for On-site WasteTreatment Systems (OWTS). These standards cover new systems and major changes to existing systems. Some examples of major changes are replacing a sewage tank, and replacing or expanding an absorption field. These standards became effective in January 1996.
St. Francois County Health Center regulates the on-site sewage program through
contractual agreements with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS). This program is empowered by the Missouri Law that governs on-site sewage system: 701.025-.059 RSMo; rule: 19 CSR 20-3.060, "Minimum Construction Standards
for On-Site Sewage Disposal Systems."
To view the rules and guidelines for OWTS, on-site waste treatment systems, click the OWTS book cover.
Activities conducted by the SFCHC Environmental Health Department:
(not limited to, but include)1. Issue and accept Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) On-Site Sewage Disposal System Construction Permit Applications.
2. Review permit applications for completeness, accuracy and compliance with Missouri Department of Health and Senior Service requirements.
Permit applications requesting variances will be submitted to the MDHSS ,
Section for Environmental Public Health for review.Conventional and alternative on-site sewage system design plans, where technical assistance is needed, will be forwarded to the MDHSS, Section for Environmental Public Health for review.
3. Conduct evaluations of all proposed sites for on-site sewage system suitability.
4. Provide technical assistance to property owners, installers and other persons when requested.
5. Issue MDHSS Construction Permits for on-site sewage systems. Click on the
'Permit Process' tab to view the application process for on-site sewage
sytems permits.
Generally, a permit must be obtained before starting construction or repair work.
However, certain residential properties may be exempt from state permitting
requirements. To determine if your on-site waste treatment system is exempt,
contact the St. Francois County Health Center, Environmental Health Department
at 573-431-1947 Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM.6. Conduct final inspections of on-site sewage system installations.
7. Complete a final inspection report and notify permit applicant of the installation results.
8. Investigate illegal on-site sewage system installations and issue Notices of Violation when warranted.
9. Investigate on-site sewage complaints and issue Notices of Violation when warranted.
10. Refer unresolved on-site sewage Notices of Violation to the office of the St. Francois County Prosecuting Attorney, requesting enforcement action when warranted.
For information regarding on-site sewage systems click on these links.
Environmental Health Operational Guidelines http://www.dhss.mo.gov/EHOG_manual/
On-site Sewage Laws and Rules http://www.dhss.mo.gov/Onsite/onsite_ref_book.pdf
or
Call these telephone numbers:
Onsite Sewage Program at the DHSS, Jefferson City, MO: 573-751-6095
St. Francois County Health Center, Park Hills, MO: 573-431-1947, ext. 120
*For information on becoming a Registered Installer with the
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, click here
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