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Onsite Wastewater Systems - Overview

by DeAnn Presley G. Morgan Powell

MF2831

The simplest onsite systems are septic tank laterals and lagoon. The simplest septic systems have a septic tank and a dispersal field.

Revision Date: Jul 2010

It’s Easy to be Green: Leader's Guide

by Donna Krug

MF2885

Teaches consumers about recycling and hazardous waste. 2-page, b/w.

Published Date: Aug 2009

It’s Easy to be Green: Fact Sheet

by Donna Krug

MF2886

Advice on recycling for consumers. 4-page, b/w.

Published Date: Aug 2009

Onsite Wastewater Treatment System Additives

by DeAnn Presley G. Morgan Powell

MF2877

Research indicates that additives are not a suitable alternative to proper septic tank maintenance. 2-page, b/w.

Published Date: Feb 2009

Site and Soil Evaluation for Onsite Wastewater Systems

by Judith M. Willingham G. Morgan Powell Don Chisam

MF2645

A comprehensive site and soil evaluation is the key component affecting selection, design, and long-term performance of an onsite wastewater system.

Published Date: Mar 2004

Bacterial Contamination of Surface Waters in Kansas

by Daniel L. Devlin George Marchin Charles Rice

MF2460

Health risks occur when there is fecal contamination of water from human or animal sources. Common waterborne diseases include typhoid, hepatitis, dysentery, giardiasis, & cryptosporidiosis.

Published Date: Aug 2000

Vegetative Filter Strip Systems for Animal Feeding Operations

by Daniel L. Devlin James P Murphy Joseph P. Harner III

MF2454

Use grass plots to reduce nutrient runoff into surface water. Plants should have dense crown and root development; rapid top growth to reduce velocity of runoff water & fibrous roots.

Published Date: Feb 2000

Guide for Community Yard Waste Composting in Kansas

by William M. Eberle

MF2275

Learn more about community composting, an economical alternative for disposing of yard trimmings. 16-page, b/w.

Published Date: Aug 1997

Grass Recycling

by Robert I. Neier Charles W. Marr

EP10

Up to 25 percent of your lawn’s fertilizer needs are supplied by clippings left on the lawn. Clippings do not contribute to thatch. Save time, money, landfill space by leaving clippings on lawn.

Published Date: May 1995

Community Composting: Composting Site Management Levels

by William M. Eberle

EP23

Landfills should manage yard wastes separately. Methods will vary depending on the volume and type of material, space available, and equipment.

Published Date: May 1995

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