MAC Pt. 18, R. 5.5.18
Distribution of Effluent: Chamber Systems
Cite as Miss. Admin. Code Pt. 18, R. 5.5.18
Distribution of Effluent: Chamber Systems.
1.
When a change in elevation of the chamber system is required, a distribution box,
connecting lateral or crossover must be used. At the point where a crossover line leaves a
lateral, the trench for the crossover line shall be dug no deeper than the top of the
endplate inlet or the inlet in the top of the chamber in the preceding trench so that an
undisturbed block of earth will remain in place for the full depth of the system. The invert
of the crossover must be at least four inches lower than the invert of the septic tank outlet
line.
2.
Distribution boxes may be used to connect the effluent line to the effluent distribution
lines. The distribution box shall be level and supply all lines equally. Field lines
(chambers) must be equal lengths when served by one distribution box. Non-perforated
rigid pipe shall exit the distribution box for a minimum of five feet at level grade before
the effluent distribution line begins.