The construction of an OSSF (treatment and disposal systems) must be isolated from certain areas such as water wells, lakes, roads, and other objects subject to contamination from the OSSF or which may prevent the proper operation of the system. The minimum requirements for the state are described in §285.91(10) of this title (relating to Tables) for OSSFs subject to the following provisions:

1. (1) Surface irrigated areas shall be considered as drainfields for determining separation distances.
2. (2) Private and public water wells shall be completed in accordance with Chapters 290 and 338 of this title (relating to Water Hygiene and Water Well Drillers).

Source Note:The provisions of this §285.31 adopted to be effective February 5, 1997, 22 TexReg 1114.