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Major repairs or replacement of septic system and drinking water wells can be costly, but there are sources of financial assistance for homeowners.

Information for contractors to properly build an infiltration surface; the soil surface where stormwater or wastewater is expected to enter the soil profile.

This article describes what coliform bacteria are, where they come from and how to remove them from drinking water.

Learn how septic systems treat wastewater, how contaminants travel, and explore current research on water quality monitoring and testing related to septic system performance.

Explore septic system costs, savings strategies, and funding programs in this final session of the Fall 2025 Septic System Series.

Determine how much water you currently use and the amount of water and money you could save by installing water-conserving devices.

Microplastic pollution is not a new problem. However, in recent years, the public has become more aware, and scientists are studying the seriousness of the situation.

November 19th was World Toilet Day! This is a United Nations observance day to not only celebrate toilets but also raise awareness about proper sanitation worldwide.

Properly designed and installed septic systems can provide years of trouble-free service when following the correct operation and maintenance steps.

This article discusses the components of conventional septic systems and how septic systems treat wastewater.

Parts of Pennsylvania were drenched with heavy rains and flooded streams recently. In addition to drying out wet basements, there are few important things that rural Pennsylvanian's might want to pay special attention to.

Why plastic overuse is a problem, defines what microplastics are, and provides tips to reduce our use of plastics.

Results of a three-year research project that investigated how agronomic biosolids utilization has affected soil and crop quality.

Application of sewage sludge to farmland has been a common practice in Pennsylvania for many years and allows this material to be recycled, rather than incinerated or disposed of in landfills.

At first reading, regulatory language often is difficult to understand because it is written to be technically accurate and legally precise.

About 25 percent of all housing units in Pennsylvania use on-lot septic systems for the treatment and disposal of household wastewater.

For those who use an on-lot septic system for home wastewater treatment, flushing things that shouldn't go down the toilet can negatively impact the system's functioning.

Este artículo describe qué son las bacterias coliformes, de dónde vienen y cómo eliminarlas del agua potable.

Septic tanks should be inspected and pumped on a regular basis to prevent malfunctions.

The video provides information on the importance of water conservation and offers tips on reducing your water usage.

Results of a 2006 Penn State study on the condition of septic systems statewide, funded by a grant from the Center for Rural Pennsylvania.

Although your septic system may work well during dry weather, too much water from flooding or heavy rains can cause problems.

This publication helps farmers evaluate groundwater and surface water protection related to milkhouse wastewater conditions and management practices.

A hands-on, inquiry based activity kit that helps older youth and adults learn about water quality issues in small watersheds and the decision making processes that go into improving those water quality issues.

The Master Watershed Steward Program provides extensive training in watershed management to volunteers who, in return, educate the community about watershed stewardship based on university research and recommendations.