Mound Systems for On-site Wastewater Treatment

Siting, Design and Construction in Ohio

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Mound System Design Example

Step 5. Determine the Distribution Area Width.

Distribution Area Width = (Linear Loading Rate)/(Sand Fill Loading Rate)

Distribution Area Width:

Distribution Area Width	= (Linear Loading Rate)/(Sand Fill Loading Rate)
	= (4 gpd/lf)/(1 gpd/ft2)
	= 4 ft