Drinking Water/Public Health
Prevention of Groundwater Contamination From Liquid Waste
Description: The project addresses the issue of septic tank maintenance, a leading cause of septic system failure in both new and existing systems. It adopts the concept of pollution prevention through education and outreach activities that promote preventive maintenance.
Youth Education
Informes y Fotografías Festival del Agua 2010
- Festival del Agua en Palomas, Chih. (26 de marzo)
- Festival del Agua en Janos, Chih. (4 de junio)
- Festival del Agua en Ascención, Chih. (12 de junio)
Training Materials: Homeowner Training for Onsite Systems
Instructional Materials: Septic Tanks & Ground water Protection [11" x 17" poster]
Video
Recursos en Internet
Prevention of Ground water Contamination from Septic Tank Sources in the Border Region of New Mexico-Chihuahua – EPA Border 2012 Grant X4 97675201 (Oct. 1, 2004-Dec. 31, 2005)
This project provided useful tools for property owners to understand and maintain proper septic maintenance and operation. The project demonstrated a reduction in the septic emergencies in two of three New Mexico border communities where the project was applied. Project deliverables included
- A Septic System User’s Guide
- Three workshops for septic owners
- Project evaluation
- Recommendations for extending the project to other border counties