Wastewater
Human contact with sewage can be a serious public health risk. Drinking water that is contaminated with sewage can lead to health problems like diarrhea, nausea, cramps, dysentery and hepatitis. Exposure to sewer gases can also cause discomfort and sickness.
Regulations
In 1992 the Christian County Health Department adopted a county-wide onsite wastewater ordinance with construction standards to protect public health and the county's natural resources. This was done under the authority of Section 193.300, RSMo 1986. It is the goal of the Christian County Health Department to help residents and installers understand and follow the rules and regulations established by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and the Christian County Wastewater Ordinance.
Quick Links
Wastewater Treatment System Owners Manual
Homeowner's Checklist for Septic Systems
Wastewater Complaints Form
Records Request Form
Licensed Installers
Community Engagement
Community members are encouraged to become knowledgeable about wastewater systems in order to ensure they request the correct system be installed, properly maintain the system they have, and contribute to protecting groundwater and natural resources for all of us.
Installers
The Health Department offers Septic Installer Exam for installers that wish to be licensed with the State of Missouri and to install wastewater systems in Christian County. The exam is in-person at a cost of $50.00 for installers or Free for homeowners. Study Guides are offered in physical form at the office or a digital copy can be downloaded from the list below.
Please call the Health Department for questions.
Resources for New Installations:
Steps to Obtain a Wastewater Permit
Soil Scientist List
Licensed Installers
Sketch Plan for Conventional System
Christian County Wastewater Installer Class
Christian County Wastewater Standards 2015/Study Guide
Christian County LPP System Standards
Complaints and Record Requests
To file a food complaint or a wastewater complaint, please complete a complaint form and submit it to the Health Department. An inspector will be scheduled to investigate the complaint within five workings days, and will call the complainant with findings.
Please complete a records request form and submit it to the Health Department to receive records on complaints, child care provider inspections, food inspections, laboratory testing results, and wastewater inspection results. Please note: we can provide food inspection results and stream testing results over the phone without a records request.