On September 16, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) hosted a webinar titled, Septic System 101. This program offered an overview of septic system operations and tips for proper maintenance – helpful if your home is part of the 35% of Michigan households that rely on a septic system.
Learn more at Septic Smart Week. You also have the opportunity to have your drinking water tested, via This Link. You can contact the EGLE Environment Assistance Center at 800-662-9278 for additional resources.
Similarly, you can contact the Oakland County Health Department. This agency oversees and regulates the permitting of septic systems and are best equipped to answer specific septic system questions, as it relates to individual cases. They can be reached via Oakland County Health Website, 248-858-1280 or Oakland County Health Email.
Finally, you can reach out to the Township’s Department of Engineering and Environmental Sciences at 248-594-2800, for general queries and recommended maintenance options.