Septic Suitability Model
¥What makes land suitable for septic systems?
ÐGentle slopes
ÐSoil containing loam, sand, and gravel
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¥Input maps:
ÐSoil
ÐSlope
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The best location for a septic system is in soil thatÕs made up of loam, sand, and gravel and is on a gentle slope.  These conditions allow for proper filtration of the effluent and fewer nutrients enter the lake.  The input maps for this model are soil and slope.