Main Septic Demonstration Facility
The College of Agricultural and Natural Resources and the Maryland Onsite Wastewater Professional Association (MOWPA) are developing a facility intended to demonstrate technology and provide education and training on onsite wastewater treatment (septic systems).
The two-acre site presents unique opportunities for homeowners and various professionals to experience a variety of wastewater treatment technologies. These include conventional septic systems, waste water dispersal methods, advanced treatment or best available technology (BAT) systems. The goal is to be able to demonstrate on site system landscaping practices, well technology, and protection practices.
- Education of homeowners on systems, components, and maintenances practices.
- Training for wastewater industry and government environment personnel including CEU’s.
- Experiential learning of technology and their operation.
- Ability to understand wastewater dispersal systems
- Scheduled tours and workshops for the general public
LOCATION:
Education Center (CMREC)
Clarksville Facility
Ellicott City, MD 21042
go.umd.edu/CMREC
CONTACT:
Andy Lazur
Water Quality Specialist
lazur@umd.edu
301-789-5256
Maryland Onsite Wastewater
Professional Association (MOWPA)
info@mowpa.org
Websites:
University of Maryland Extension
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
agnr.umd.edu
MOWPA
mowpa.org
The Education Pavilion was funded by the US EPA and MDE Nonpoint Source Program:
US EPA and MDE Nonpoint Source Program.
Drainfield displays were support by a grant from:
Chesapeake Trust & Clean Howard
Equipment and supply sponsors include:
Gold Sponsors:
Norweco, FujiClean USA, Orenco Systems, & Hoot
Silver Sponsors:
Bronze Sponsors:
AK Industries, Poly Loc, & Septic Products Incorporated (SPI)
Companies that donated Time & Labor:
Systems on Display
Progress Pictures
