1760 Cliff Rd - Septic Inspection 2019-03-25 NoncompliantNOTE: This report is not complete without the inclusion/attachment of the additional pages which consist of up to five (5) MPCA drafted
Compliance Inspection Documents, one (1) Homeowner/Occupant Information Sheet (when obtainable), one (1) site diagram, one (1) log of soil
boring(s), one (1) Brian L Humpal, Inc. Disclaimer Sheet, and one (1) MPCA License.
Inspect Minnesota & Midwest Soil Testing
P.O. Box 10853 White Bear Lake, MN 55110 Brian Humpal
651-492-7550/Brian@Midwestsoiltesting.com MPCA Licensed Advanced Inspector
SUBSURFACE SEWAGE TREATMENT SYSTEM COMPLIANCE REPORT
Date: March 25, 2019 Time: 1:00 PM Owner: Jeanene Penny
Inspection Address: 1760 Cliff Rd, Eagan, MN 55122
REPORT SUMMARY
I have performed an “MPCA Compliance Inspection” on this septic system and have
reviewed the limited records on file at the City of Eagan. This very old system (installed in
1982) consists of a pre-cast septic tank and a rock trench drainfield. It should be noted that the
average life expectancy of a septic system is approximately 30 years.
My inspection indicates that this system is presently “non-compliant” in accordance with
MPCA rules 7080.1500 Subp.4(B)(E) because of the lack of the required three foot separation
between the bottom of the rock trench drainfield and seasonally saturated soils.
In accordance with MPCA rules, I am sending a copy of this complete report to the City
of Eagan. I cannot officially speak on behalf of the City relative to the upgrade requirements of
these non-compliant systems. Please contact 651-675-5671 to verify the City’s position.
Please advise buyer, agents, lender, etc. to contact me at any time should they have any
questions regarding this system.
_________________________
Brian Humpal
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Compliance Inspection Form
Existing Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems
(SSTS)
Doc Type: Compliance and Enforcement
Instructions: Inspection results based on Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)
requirements and attached forms – additional local requirements may also apply.
For local tracking purposes:
Submit completed form to Local Unit of Government (LUG) and system owner
within 15 days
System Status
System status on date (mm/dd/yyyy): 3/25/2019
Compliant – Certificate of Compliance Noncompliant – Notice of Noncompliance
(Valid for 3 years from report date, unless shorter time
frame outlined in Local Ordinance.)
(See Upgrade Requirements on page 3)
Reason(s) for noncompliance (check all applicable)
Impact on Public Health (Compliance Component #1) – Imminent threat to public health and safety
Other Compliance Conditions (Compliance Component #3) – Imminent threat to public health and safety
Tank Integrity (Compliance Component #2) – Failing to protect groundwater
Other Compliance Conditions (Compliance Component #3) – Failing to protect groundwater
Soil Separation (Compliance Component #4) – Failing to protect groundwater
Operating permit/monitoring plan requirements (Compliance Component #5) – Noncompliant
Property Information Parcel ID# or Sec/Twp/Range:
Property address: 1760 Cliff Rd, Eagan, MN 55122 Reason for inspection: Property Transfer
Property owner: Jeanene Penny Owner’s phone: 651-688-6669
or
Owner’s representative:
Representative phone:
Local regulatory authority: City of Eagan Regulatory authority phone: 651-322-6626
Brief system description: A pre-cast septic tank and rock trench drainfield.
Comments or recommendations:
Certification
I hereby certify that all the necessary information has been gathered to determine the compliance status of this system. No
determination of future system performance has been nor can be made due to unknown conditions during system construction,
possible abuse of the system, inadequate maintenance, or future water usage.
Inspector name: Brian Humpal/Christopher Uebe Certification number: C5342/C9852
Business name: Inspect Minnesota, Midwest Soil Testing License number: L2896
Inspector signature: Phone number: 651-492-7550
Necessary or Locally Required Attachments
Soil boring logs System/As-built drawing Forms per local ordinance
Other information (list): Report Summary, Property Information, Disclaimer, License
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Property address: 1760 Cliff Rd, Eagan, MN 55122 Inspector initials/Date: 3/25/2019
1. Impact on Public Health – Compliance component #1 of 5
Compliance criteria: Verification method(s):
System discharge sewage to the
ground surface.
Yes No Searched for surface outlet
Searched for seeping in yard/backup in home
Excessive ponding in soil system/D-boxes
Homeowner testimony (See Comments/Explanation)
“Black soil” above soil dispersal system
System requires “emergency” pumping
Performed dye test
Unable to verify (See Comments/Explanation)
Other methods not listed (See Comments/Explanation)
System discharge sewage to drain tile
or surface waters.
Yes No
System cause sewage backup into
dwelling or establishment.
Yes No
Any “yes” answer above indicates the system is
an Imminent Threat to Public Health and Safety.
Comments/Explanation:
None of the above found.
2. Tank Integrity – Compliance component #2 of 5
Compliance criteria: Verification method(s):
System consists of a seepage pit,
cesspool, drywell, or leaching pit.
Seepage pits meeting 7080.2550 may be
compliant if allowed in local ordinance.
Yes No Probed tank(s) bottom
Examined construction records
Examined Tank Integrity Form (Attach)
Observed liquid level below operating depth
Examined empty (pumped) tanks(s)
Probed outside tank(s) for “black soil”
Unable to verify (See Comments/Explanation)
Other methods not listed (See Comments/Explanation)
Sewage tank(s) leak below their
designed operating depth.
Yes No
If yes, which sewage tank(s) leaks:
Any “yes” answer above indicates the
system is Failing to Protect Groundwater.
Comments/Explanation:
Lowered underwater camera into tank - baffles and tank walls OK.
3. Other Compliance Conditions – Compliance component #3 of 5
a. Maintenance hole covers are damaged, cracked, unsecured, or appear to structurally unsound. Yes* No Unknown
b. Other issues (electrical hazards, etc.) to immediately and adversely impact public health or safety. Yes* No Unknown
*System is an imminent threat to public health and safety
Explain:
c. System is non-protective of ground water for other conditions as determined by inspector Yes* No
*System is failing to protect groundwater
Explain:
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Property address: 1760 Cliff Rd, Eagan, MN 55122 Inspector initials/Date: 3/25/2019
4. Soil Separation – Compliance component #4 of 5
Date of installation: 1982 Unknown Verification method(s):
Soil observation does not expire. Previous soil
observations by two independent parties are sufficient,
unless site conditions have been altered or local
requirements differ.
Conducted soil observation(s) (Attach boring logs)
Two previous verifications (Attach boring logs)
Not applicable (Holding tank(s), no drainfield)
Unable to verify (See Comments/Explanation)
Other (See Comments/Explanation)
Shoreland/Wellhead protection/Food Beverage
Lodging? Yes No
Compliance criteria:
For systems built prior to April 1, 1996, and
not located in Shoreland or Wellhead
Protection Area or not serving a food,
beverage or lodging establishment:
Drainfield has at least a two-foot vertical
separation distance from periodically
saturated soil or bedrock.
Yes No
Non-performance systems built April 1,
1996, or later or for non-performance
systems located in Shoreland or Wellhead
Protection Areas or serving a food,
beverage, or lodging establishment:
Drainfield has a three-foot vertical
separation distance from periodically
saturated soil or bedrock.*
Yes No Comments/Explanation:
“Experimental”, “Other”, or “Performance”
systems built under pre-2008 Rules; Type IV
or V systems built under 2008 Rules (7080.
2350 or 7080.2400 (Advanced Inspector
License required)
Drainfield meets the designed vertical
separation distance from periodically
saturated soil or bedrock.
Yes No Indicate depths of elevations
A. Bottom of distribution media
See Attached
Boring Log(s)
B. Periodically saturated soil/bedrock
C. System separation
D. Required compliance separation*
Any “no” answer above indicates the system is
Failing to Protect Groundwater. *May be reduced up to 15 percent if allowed by Local
Ordinance.
5. Operating Permit and Nitrogen BMP* – Compliance component #5 of 5 Not applicable
Is the system operated under an Operating Permit? Yes No If “yes”, A below is required
Is the system required to employ a Nitrogen BMP? Yes No If “yes”, B below is required
BMP=Best Management Practice(s) specified in the system design
If the answer to both questions is “no”, this section does not need to be completed.
Compliance criteria
a. Operating Permit number:
Yes No Have the Operating Permit requirements been met?
b. Is the required nitrogen BMP in place and properly functioning? Yes No
Any “no” answer indicates Noncompliance.
Upgrade Requirements (Minn. Stat. § 115.55) An imminent threat to public health and safety (ITPHS) must be upgraded, replaced, or its use
discontinued within ten months of receipt of this notice or within a shorter period if required by local ordinance. If the system is failing to protect
ground water, the system must be upgraded, replaced, or its use discontinued within the time required by local ordinance. If an existing system
is not failing as defined in law, and has at least two feet of design soil separation, then the system need not be upgraded, repaired, replaced, or
its use discontinued, notwithstanding any local ordinance that is more strict. This provision does not apply to systems in shoreland areas,
Wellhead Protection Areas, or those used in connection with food, beverage, and lodging establishments as defined in law.
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Subsurface Sewage Treatment System Owner/Property Information
This information will be used for the purpose of conducting an MPCA Compliance Inspection.
Date of Inspection: March 25, 2019 Time: 1:00 PM
Property Address: 1760 Cliff Rd, Eagan, MN Zip: 55122
Property Owner: Jeanene Penny Phone: 651-688-6669
Tank(s) Tank(s)Material Soil Treatment System Other
Septic 1 Fiberglass Rock trench Alternative system
Aerobic Plastic Gravelless trench Experimental system
Lift Metal Chamber trench Cesspool system
Holding Concrete Seepage bed Other system
Other: Block Mound _____________________________
Other
At-grade _____________________________
Are the tank maintenance covers accessible? Yes No *If no, proper maintenance must be
performed through the maintenance holes. Maintenance hole covers should be made accessible to
the ground surface to facilitate access and proper maintenance of the system.
Year house built: 1959 Year septic installed: 1959 Tank size (gals.):
How long has seller owned the property?
Number of residents in home?
Number of bedrooms? 3 Are all floors drained by gravity? Y
Garbage disposal?
Whirlpool bath?
More than one system (laundry, etc.)?
Does this property have any footing drain tiles connected to the septic system?
Are any buildings on this property such as garages or out-buildings connected to this system?
Are there any additional systems on this property serving other buildings?
Location of septic system on lot? Tank - South Side, Drainfield - West Side
Location of water well on lot? North Side Is the well a deep well? Y
Have you ever experienced any problems with the system such as: tree roots, sewage back-ups,
surfacing of sewage onto the ground, septic tank overflowing, etc.; or have any repairs been made
to the system?
If yes, explain:
When was the system last pumped?
Name of pumper:
How often pumped in previous years?
Is system on a monitoring plan?
Have you received notices from any government agency concerning this system?
Is your property located in a shoreland management area? N
Do you have any additional information that should be given to the new owner?
I hereby certify that the above information is correct to the best of my knowledge. I also understand that if the system is
considered “non-compliant/failing” per MPCA rules, that the inspector must by law submit a copy of this report to the
local government unit within 15 days of the date of inspection completion. I also agree that unless otherwise noted in
this report, that I/we are ultimately responsible for payment of all fees for all work performed relative to this inspection
by Inspect Minnesota and Midwest Soil Testing.
Owner/Occupant:
Date:
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NO SCALE
House
Well
Drainfield Area
Septic Tank
B-1 By Inspect MN
Garage
1760 Cliff Rd, Eagan, MN 55122
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Date:3/25/19
Hand/Bucket USDA
1
0-15
15-25
25-39
39-50
39"
-40"
=0"
50"
39"
None
Bottom Of Distribution Medium At:40 Inches
Standing Water Present At:Standing Water Present At:
Log Of Soil Borings
End Of Boring At:
10YR 2/2 And 10YR 3/4 (Fill) Loamy Sand
10YR 2/2 Loamy Sand
10YR 3/4 Medium Sand
10YR 3/4 Sandy Clay Loam With
10YR 6/2 & Few 7.5YR 5/8 Redox
Boring Number:
Depth In
Inches
Surface
Elevation of
Boring
Soils Encountered
Borings Made By:
Auger Used:
Same ground surface as last
drainfield trench
Classification System:
Inspect Minnesota
Surface
Elevation of
Boring
Depth In
Inches
Refusal At 50"
Redox Present At:
Location of Project:1760 Cliff Rd, Eagan, MN 55122
End Of Boring At:
Redox Present At:
Boring Number:
Soils Encountered
Depth To End Of Boring Or Redox Depth To End Of Boring Or Redox
Depth To Bottom Of Distribution Media Depth To Bottom Of Distribution Media
Elevation Of Boring Relative To System Elevation Of Boring Relative To System
Of Separation
Same
Of Separation
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DISCLAIMER
Brian L. Humpal, Inc. dba. Inspect Minnesota, Midwest Soil Testing
Relative to Subsurface Sewage Treatment System (SSTS) Compliance Inspections
1. This inspection/report is being performed for only the seller/owner of the property on which the SSTS is located. In such
case that another party is paying for the inspection, the contract is between only said party and Brian L. Humpal, Inc.;
there is no contract between Brian L. Humpal, Inc. and any other party unless otherwise noted.
3. Brian L. Humpal, Inc. has not been retained to warranty, guarantee, or certify the proper functioning of the SSTS for any
period of time beyond the date of inspection or into the future. Because of the numerous factors (usage, maintenance, soil
characteristics, previous failures, etc.) which may affect the proper operation of an SSTS, as well as the inability of Brian
L. Humpal, Inc. to supervise or monitor the use or maintenance of the SSTS, the report shall not be construed as a
warranty by Brian L. Humpal, Inc. that the SSTS will function properly for any particular party for any period of time.
4. Brian L. Humpal, Inc. is unable to verify the frequency and/or, quality of prior or future maintenance of the SSTS.
Maintenance of the tank(s) must be performed through the tanks maintenance hole. The removal of solids from any
location other than the maintenance hole is not a compliant method of maintenance. It is strongly recommended that
maintenance covers be made accessible to the ground surface to facilitate proper maintenance.
5. Minimum Compliance Inspection requirements relative to this inspection and this report include only verification that the
SSTS has tank(s) (septic tanks, lift tanks, dosing tanks, stilling tanks, etc.) which are watertight below the designed
operating depth, the required separation between the bottom of the subsurface soil distribution medium and seasonally
saturated soils, no back-ups of sewage into the dwelling, no discharge of sewage/effluent to the ground surface or surface
waters, and no imminent safety hazards. Brian L. Humpal, Inc. does not inspect plumbing or pumps prior to the first SSTS
component as these are plumbing components. The performance of exterior pumps and associated components are not
inspected as they are considered to be maintenance items. Additionally, no indications relative to compliance with
electrical code requirements have been made. It is recommended that any other applicable plumbing, electrical, housing,
etc. inspections be performed by a qualified inspection business. Sewage back-up verification is limited to observing the
floor drain area and/or the information supplied by the last occupants of the building prior to inspection. Brian L. Humpal,
Inc. cannot guarantee that the information given to them by the last occupants of the building prior to inspection relative to
back-ups is accurate.
4. Certification of this SSTS does not warranty future use beyond the date of the inspection. Any SSTS, old or new, can
become hydraulically overloaded or discharge sewage/effluent to the ground surface as a result of more people moving
into the house than were previously occupying the house, improper maintenance, heavy usage, leaking plumbing fixtures,
groundwater infiltration, tree roots, freezing conditions, surface drainage problems, poor initial design, poor construction
practices, or unsuitable materials used in constructing the system; the system can also simply stop working because of its
age. An SSTS that has been properly designed and installed, properly maintained, and used in the manner for which the
system was designed can be expected to provide service for twenty to twenty-five years on average. Some parts of the
SSTS such as alarms, switches, pumps, filters, etc. will most likely have to be repaired or replaced over the lifetime of the
system.
5. A Compliance Inspection is not meant to be a test or inspection for longevity of the system; a Compliance Inspection is
strictly for the purpose of determining if the SSTS is protective of public health and safety, as well as the groundwater at
the date and time the inspection was performed. This inspection is not intended to determine if the SSTS was originally
designed or installed to past or present MPCA or other Local Government Unit code requirements. This inspection is not
intended to determine if the SSTS was designed and/or installed to support the anticipated flow from the building as the
use of the building may have changed since the design and construction of the SSTS due to the addition of bedrooms,
occupants, etc. In addition, this inspection is not intended to determine the quality of the original SSTS design, the quality
of the construction practices used while installing the SSTS, or the quality of the materials used in constructing the SSTS.
6. Brian L. Humpal, Inc. cannot guarantee the performance of SSTS products/components such as: gravelless pipe, chamber
trenches, effluent filters, tanks, sewage pre-treatment components, piping, etc. Products such as gravelless pipe are no
longer approved for installation in the State of Minnesota and may have a significantly reduced performance and/or life
expectancy.
7. WINTER WORK: By accepting this report, it is understood that inspections conducted during winter months
(approximately November 1st through April 1st) are more difficult to perform because of possible snow cover and/or
ground frost. SSTS components such as tanks, maintenance covers, tank inspection pipes, subsurface distribution medium
inspection pipes, and soil treatment areas are more difficult or impossible to locate due to snow cover and/or ground frost.
In addition, soil borings are more difficult to perform due to snow cover and/or ground frost. Brian L. Humpal, Inc. will
attempt to use the same level of standards when performing work during winter periods as when performing work during
non-winter periods. However, the recipient of this report understands that because of the aforementioned considerations,
the same level of standards may not be possible.
8. By accepting this report, the client understands that Brian L. Humpal, Inc. will not be responsible for any monetary
damages exceeding the fee for the services provided.
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