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All distribution media products must be registered with the MPCA.

Best practices for SSTS installations drafted by St. Louis County, Minn., in 2008 based on the experiences of SSTS installers and inspectors.

Financial assistance for SSTS work is targeted to units of local government.

SSTS inspections determine if the design and installation meet code requirements and whether the system is functioning properly to protect public health and groundwater.

Septic tank installation fees and system abandonment

This page provides assistance for local units of government with development and implementation of their SSTS program.

In Minnesota, certain tasks in the design, installation, repair, maintenance, operation, or inspection of septic systems can only be done by certified individuals. Find out what training, experience, and exams are required to fulfill the requirements for certification.

Frequently asked questions about SSTS certification and licensing.

MPCA rules govern how septic systems are designed, installed, and managed.

Septic system owners are responsible for system maintenance. Properly maintaining a septic system will extend its life.

Areas and communities with SSTS concerns have wastewater treatment methods that are not adequate to protect public health or the environment. Hundreds of small communities around the state have inadequate wastewater systems.

Licensing and certification requirements for SSTS businesses and professionals.

Local governments with SSTS programs submit information to the MPCA each year on SSTS permitting and compliance trends for the previous calendar year. The information helps the agency with long-range planning efforts.

Properly trained and certified SSTS personnel are critical. What work duties can local program staff do before becoming certified, and how can that process be expedited?

SSTS staff contact information and areas of responsibility.

If you're new to the septic system world at the county level, or even if you've been in the job for a while, MPCA offers videos and companion documents to provide valuable background and insights.

MPCA rules govern how septic systems are designed, installed, and managed in Minnesota.

This committee included a broad range of stakeholders and was charged with providing perspective, input, and advice to the commissioner on MPCA's water fees.

Guidance and recommendations for local officials dealing with public health issues related to blue-green algae.

Don't let your septic system freeze. Here are some simple tips that can help you avoid costly problems with your septic system.