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Septic Systems

Be SepticSmart: Protect Your Pipes Poster

Many parks, campgrounds, and highway rest stops use septic systems to treat their wastewater. This poster illustrates the importance of safe waste disposal practices for individuals who visit a park, campground, or rest stop that has a restroom facility served by a septic system.

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