Septic Systems
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The enforcement of the Connecticut Public Health Code (PHC) requirements governing disposal of sewage through septic systems is the primary responsibility of the Brookfield Health Department. A potential building lot must be investigated by the Town Sanitarian for sub-surface soil conditions, in deep test pits and the measurement of the ability of those soils to receive water, with the aid of percolation tests. Once performed, a Professional Engineer or licensed septic installer will be able to design a system, which would overcome any limiting factors in the system's construction and its ability to comply with the health code. The Engineer's/ Installer's plan then must be approved by the Sanitarian, after which a permit is issued to a Connecticut Licensed installer to perform the work also in compliance with the health code. At completion, the system is then inspected by the Sanitarian, before final approval (Permit to Discharge) for use is granted.
Septic Systems of Larger Size - The Local Health Department has no jurisdiction over larger systems.
Septic Systems with Design Flows of 2000 to 5000 gallons per day are regulated at the State DPH level. The DPH Sub-surface Sewage Disposal section may be reached at 860-509-7296. Systems with Design Flows greater than 5000 gallons per day, including multiple small systems on a single lot are regulated by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. DEEP may be reached at: 860-424-3018.
Please Note: a fee of $10.00 will be levied for each Septic Pumping Permit.
The Brookfield Health Department recommends Pumping your Septic Tank every two (2) years and having it inspected as needed.