Septic System Diagram
A septic system that's sized and maintained right goes years between pump-outs and keeps a rural home running without a sewer hookup. ArcSite's septic system diagram shows a homeowner exactly what's happening inside the tank.
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Key Features
This septic system diagram includes:
- Two-chamber tank in cross section
- Inlet from the residence and effluent outlet to the absorption area
- Scum, liquid, and sludge layers in each chamber
- Baffles at the inlet, between chambers, and at the outlet
- Inspection ports and covered access ports over each chamber
- Solids retainer ahead of the outlet
The second chamber holds far less sludge than the first, which shows a customer why pumping on schedule keeps solids away from the absorption area.
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What is a Septic System?
A septic system treats household wastewater on site: solids settle in the tank, and liquid effluent flows out to an absorption area in the soil. This ArcSite diagram lets you walk a homeowner through each layer, so they understand what they're paying for at pump-out time.
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FAQ
No. It shows the tank in cross section and the effluent line heading to the absorption area. Add the drain field layout separately for a full site plan.
Yes! You can add tank capacity, dimensions, and pipe sizes in ArcSite to match the system you're installing or inspecting.
Yes! ArcSite has a free trial, so you can draw your next septic job start to finish before you commit to a plan.
