Determining the size required for septic tanks new construction?

In order to determine the size of a septic tank in new developments, it involves several factors with the most important ones being the size of the house, the expected number of occupants and how much wastewater is likely to be generated on a daily basis. This is a step by step process to find out how big a septic tank will be required:

1. House Size and Number of Bedrooms

This is how the septic tank capacity is determined because it takes into consideration the number of soars which is the potential number of occupants and the waste water that is likely to be produced.

1-2 Bedrooms: 750-1000 gallons

3 Bedrooms: 1000 – 1250 gallons

4 Bedrooms 1250 – 1500 gallons

5 Bedrooms 1500 – 2000 gallons

2. Water Usage Estimation

The septic tanks are assumed to be holding a given number of gallons to handle a particular oil-water emulsion. The estimation of how much water a person uses a day ranges between 60 to 100 gallons per person. The volume of the tank should be in a position to withstand 2 to 3 days of waste water so as to allow space for organic sludge and other solid waste.

For instance, in case of a household of 4 people and an average use of 80 gallons per person per day, Gross daily wastewater flow will be: Daily wastewater flow = 4 × 80 = 320 gallons

Repositional water tank size must be 2-3 times more than the maximal volume which should be around 960 to 1280 gallons.

3. Regulatory Environment

Depending on particular soil conditions, drain field systems available, and other considerations, your state or province may applicable rule that there is a minimum septic tank capacity. Always check with local authorities before proceeding.

4. Soil Absorption or Treatment Capacity

In this regard, the soil types also play a role relating to the septic system. The poorer soils (for example, clay) would need the installation of a bigger tank or special systems.

5. Plumbing Fixtures

Structures with more water-consuming fixtures such as large bathtubs, or water softeners may require the install of bigger septic tanks to counter excess waste water.

Standard Recommended Sizes Based on Water Flow;

Bedrooms Daily Flow (Gallons) Recommended Septic Tank Size 1-2 300-450 750-1,000 gallons 3 450-600 1,000-1,250 gallons 4 600-900 1,250-1,500 gallons 5+ 900+ 1,500+ gallons

6. Other Considerations

There are other factors such as future expansion that should be factored in: Future Expansion: In case the intention is to expand the house in future, it will be worth it to consider that type of tank in the initial stages.

Pumping Frequency: For bigger tanks, pumping the systems may be done less as relative to installing smaller units, and thus the systems may cost more in the beginning.

To sum up, the size of a septic tank for any new construction is based on water usage, number of bedrooms available, local codes and soil conditions, the average tank capacity is in the range of 750-2000 gallons.