Sample Projects
PROJECT:
Proposed Single Family Residential Dwelling Septic System Design - Difficult Installation with Estimated Cost of $75,000+.
RESULT:
Prepared alternative septic design utilizing only readily accessible portion of property at approximately ½ installation cost.
PROJECT:
Residential Septic Leach Fields, Poor Drainage Percolation Rate of 1-4% of Regulatory Specified Design Standards.
RESULT:
Designed & installed new "Geomat" leaching system with pressure dosing & air injection technology. System has been properly functioning for several years.
PROJECT:
Teardown & Rebuild of a Three-Bedroom Waterfront House, Only 30 Feet of Length Available for Septic System and High Groundwater Level.
RESULT:
Designed "Geomat Edge" leaching system and obtained regulatory approvals with exemptions from local Health Department.
PROJECT:
Building owned by a non-profit agency with very small wastewater flows. Hookup to sewer system estimated at $70,000+.
RESULT:
Negotiated with local Health Department to allow for installation of a septic field. Designed system for use with current flows and allowing for potential system expansion if needed.
PROJECT:
New Lot, Conditions Limited House to 2 Bedrooms.
RESULT:
Utilized alternative methods to allow design of a 3 bedroom septic system.
PROJECT:
Leaching System & Sewer Design for a Large Multi-Housing Residential Development.
RESULT:
Designed & obtained regulatory approvals for a 30,000 gallons per day wastewater disposal system.
PROJECT:
Leaching System Design for a Large Multi-Housing Residential Development.
RESULT:
Preparing plans & permits for a 100,000+ gallons per day wastewater disposal system.
PROJECT:
New Lot & proposed septic system consisted of two (2) - 40 foot long leaching trenches which encroached on wetlands.
RESULT:
Conducted additional on-site testing and obtained approval for one (1) - 36 foot long "Geomat Edge" leaching system.
PROJECT:
Problematic Septic System on a Small Lot Next to Major Water Source.
RESULT:
Prepared engineering design plans with sand filter and air injection pretreatment technologies along with new leaching fields.
PROJECT:
Seasonal house renovation, small lot next to lake. Previous attempts for obtaining approvals from local Health Department were unsuccessful.
RESULT:
Negotiated with local Health Department for installation of a two (2) bedroom 15 foot long "Geomat Edge" leaching field.
PROJECT:
Problematic Septic Fields at a Lodging Complex.
RESULT:
Performed engineering study detailing applicability & installation parameters for repairing leaching fields without digging.
PROJECT:
Unacceptable Soil Conditions & Space to Develop a New Septic System for a Commercial Building.
RESULT:
Performed engineering investigation with respect to reuse & modification of existing septic system. Obtained regulatory approvals in accordance with recommendations.
PROJECT:
Commercial Facility Expansion - Septic system Evaluation.
RESULT:
Performed engineering study & plans for rejuvenation of existing system without digging at significant cost savings and eliminated major disturbances in operations.
PROJECT:
Residential House with Outdated Septic System on a Small Lot with Significant Obstructions.
RESULT:
Prepared engineering design plans and obtained necessary permits for redevelopment of existing system in current location with minimal site changes.
NOTE:
Above detailed examples are some of the "Non-Traditional" and/or "Difficult" types of projects performed. For additional details on these or "Traditional" Projects & Services offered please contact Korth Engineering, LLC.