Septic Tank Remediation Program (STRP)

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STRP for Septic Professionals

If you are a septic designer or installer in our service area, this 20 minute webinar will help you understand the process for getting homeowners aid to repair or replace a failing septic system through the Septic Tank Remediation Program.

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Septic Tank Remediation Program (STRP)

Anyone living in the Arkansas side of the Illinois River Watershed that has a failing septic system is eligible for a combination of zero-interest loans and non-repayable grant funds. There is no income cap. Complete the Pre-Application or email Morgan Keeling at septic@irwp.org to get started.

This program is for residents of the Illinois River Watershed located in Arkansas. Check your county health department for similar programs in your state. 

COMPLETE THE PRE-APPLICATION

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Septic Program FAQ

If you think you may qualify for IRWP’s Septic Remediation Program, Facts and Questions is a great place to start.

VIEW THE FAQs

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Septic System Maintenance

Anyone who owns a home with a septic system should know these basic habits and understand that periodic maintenance and pumping is required to keep it functioning and environmentally safe.

SEPTIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

IRWP’s Septic Tank Remediation Program

STRP Program Description

Many residents of Northwest Arkansas use onsite septic systems for their wastewater treatment at home. The nature of the geology and soils in our area is such that the region is particularly vulnerable when these systems are damaged or become ineffective, and failing septic is one of the contributing factors to contamination of the impaired waterbodies within the Illinois River Watershed.  In support of our mission to improve the ecological integrity of the watershed, the IRWP Septic Tank Remediation Program was initiated to improve water quality by assisting homeowners in the watershed with having these failing systems replaced or repaired.  

Program Eligibility Requirements

  • The home is serviced by a single-residence onsite wastewater (septic) system.

  • The home is located within the Illinois River Watershed*. If unsure, use the Find Your Watershed tool provided by the University of Arkansas CAST center to confirm (look for the 8-Digit HUC name).

  • The existing septic system is designated as failing by the Arkansas Department of Health local county health unit.

* If your property is located in the Beaver Reservoir watershed, there is a sister program managed by Ozarks Water Watch available for that watershed. Questions for that program can be directed to septic@ozarkswaterwatch.org.

 

New in 2021, our Septic Tank Remediation Program provides funding to qualified homeowners with failing septic systems. Funding is made available by the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Division and will be distributed as a combination of grant (no repayment required) and zero-interest loan funds based on household income. All residents who live in the Illinois River Watershed and have a system in need are encouraged to participate.

Applications are being accepted! Please complete this Pre-Application Form to be contacted by an IRWP associate to review eligibility and discuss the program.

Contact us (Morgan or Kjerstin) at septic@irwp.org, call 479-203-7084 between 10-2 Monday - Thursday, and browse our site for more information.

Septic Installers

Reach out to us if you would like to submit bids to install permitted septic system designs. septic@irwp.org

Interested in bidding on septic tank repair or replacement systems in Benton and Washington County under this program? New vendors may submit a statement of qualifications to be added to the vendor list by emailing septic@irwp.org. Interested bidders are required to have an active Advanced Installer’s License in the State of Arkansas issued by the Arkansas Department of Health for the type of septic system they are bidding to install.

Contact Morgan Keeling

morgan@irwp.org or septic@irwp.org
479-203-7084 (Office)