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Does Fecal Matter?
YES. You bet it matters.
 
It matters to your health & family.
In many cases, wells and septic systems are in close proximity, creating serious health risks if the septic systems are not operating properly. More

It matters to our water.
Failing, unapproved, and poorly maintained septic systems are a great risk to our water when bacteria and other pollutants leach out into our waterways. More

It matters to your home value.
A failing system can be a liability, while a healthy septic system can add value to your home. Just like with your foundation, roof, and electrical system, keeping home basics in top-top shape means enhancing value. More

 
Check your system today.
If you own a septic system you can help protect your health & family, our water, and your home value by checking your system today at:

www.SepticSmart.org/check

 
 

Newly Adopted
Property Transfer Regulation


14,300 Estimated number of septic systems in Boulder County.

33% Estimated percentage of septic systems in Boulder County that are unapproved and may be polluting our water (that's 4,700 systems).

31 Years Average age of septic systems in Boulder County. Most need repair before 30 years.

 
What's the problem?
Septic systems are the second most frequently cited source of groundwater contamination in our country.


Strategies to Address the Problem
Existing and proposed strategies have been identified to address the problem of unapproved septic systems in Boulder County.

 
What's Being Done
   
How to be "SepticSmart"
   
Resources
   

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Boulder County Public Health (BCPH)
3450 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80304
(303) 441-1564
www.BoulderCountyWater.org

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