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Take our Septic/Nitrogen quiz!

Test your knowledge. Fill out this quick survey and see how you do.

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Test your knowledge on how to keep your septic system and watershed healthy.
*What distance does water move? What distance does water move through the Farm Pond watershed in one year?	several inches 1 foot 10 feet 400 feet 1 mile
*Why was the Title 5 standard for septic systems adopted?	To protect people To protect the environment To protect both people and the environment
*A family of 3 impacts: The septic tank of a family of three,in one year, releases enough nitrogen to negatively impact	10 gallons of marine salt water 1000 gallons of marine salt water nearly four million gallons of marine salt water
*How often should a home owner pump their Title 5 septic system?	Once a year Once every three years Once every five years once every 10 years When it smells bad
*Do you need a permit to pump your septic?	Yes No
*Not to flush Which of these items should you NOT flush down the toilet.	hair combings coffee grounds dental floss disposable diapers kitty litter sanitary napkins tampons cigarette butts condoms gauze bandages fat grease oil paper towels all of the above
*Never Flush Which of these, if flushed down your drains, will kill the wildlife in surrounding ponds and streams?	paints varnishes thinners waste oils photographic solutions pesticides all of the above
*Harmful ingredients Which of these ingredients found in household cleaners are harmful to the environment?	chlorine phosphates vinegar baking soda fluorescent whitening agents borax
*What can I do that will make a difference?	Try to conserve water Be careful not to flush harmful materials down my drains Maintain the septic system all of the above
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