Resources for Septic Systems
Leelanau Clean Water considers maintenance of septic systems to be a water quality priority in Leelanau County, Michigan and statewide.
Failing septic systems endanger human and ecosystem health.
Fortunately, there is much that individuals can do to participate in water quality protection through septic maintenance.
Septic Systems: A Guide for Leelanau County Homeowners
A guide with resources to understand why and how to maintain your septic system from Leelanau County (www.leelanau.gov)
Click HERE for Homeowners’ Guide to Septic Systems PDF
Flushing the Future: The Challenge of Failing Septic Systems
16 minute documentary film, created by NatureChange, 2019.
What risks do failing-septic systems pose to the health of people and the environment? How do we know if septic wastes are ending up in our lakes, streams and groundwater? Who is checking to make sure failing or broken septic systems are being fixed?
Leelanau County Septic Systems: Water Quality and Public Health Implications
Leelanau County Septic System: Water Quality and Public Health Implications (Part 1 of 3)
Presented by League of Women Voters Leelanau County, 9/13/2017.
Forum and panel discussion, meeting recording in three parts.
Leelanau County Septic System: Water Quality and Public Health Implications (Part 2 of 3)
Presented by League of Women Voters Leelanau County, 9/13/2017.
Begin Q&A in this section.
Leelanau County Septic System: Water Quality and Public Health Implications (Part 3 of 3)
Presented by League of Women Voters Leelanau County, 9/13/2017.
Complete Q&A in this section.