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    wesryan Posts: 12, Reputation: 1
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    Jan 8, 2007, 06:15 AM
    Sewage Tank
    Doe sthe Sewage tank need to be flush with the concrete or should it be reaised three to four inches. The hole for the 3" inch pipe is well below grade.
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    Jan 8, 2007, 08:31 AM
    The septic tank may be set at any elevation as long as the drain line has slope and the inspection ports are available. Regards, Tom
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