Why Some Schools Need On-Site Wastewater Management
While urban buildings typically have their wastewater handled by the city, those located in rural areas usually have to address the handling of their own wastewater. This applies to schools and school districts as well. Most will require an on-site sewage facility (OSSF).
Why a School Needs On-site Wastewater Management
Schools located within city limits are provided their plumbing by the city. Underground sewage systems exist across Austin, for example, collecting wastewater and transporting it to an off-site sewage facility where it undergoes wastewater treatment and disposal. However, the plumbing does not extend into the surrounding rural areas. When a school or a school district resides outside a city