15 Miss. Code. R. 18-77-5.1.9

Current through December 10, 2024
Rule 15-18-77-5.1.9 - Septic Tank Sizing

The effective liquid capacity of septic tanks for dwellings shall be based on the number of bedrooms proposed or anticipated as shown in the table below:

Number of Bedrooms

Number of Occupants

Minimum Effective Liquid Capacity (gallons) without baffle or effluent filter

Minimum Effective Liquid Capacity (gallons) with baffle or effluent filter

2 or less

4 or less

750

750

3

6

900

900

4

8

1200

1000

5

10

1500

1250

6

12

1800

1500

For each additional bedroom add 260 gallons

For each additional occupant over 2 per bedroom add 130 gallons

For a nonresidential application, the septic tank will be sized at twice the estimated daily flow

15 Miss. Code. R. 18-77-5.1.9

Miss Code Ann. § 41-67-3