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Download Solution PDFAs per IS 2470 codes, which of the following should be the minimum width of a septic tank for five users?
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According to IS 2470 - Part 1 - 1985,
Septic tank shall have a minimum width of 750 mm, a minimum depth of one meter below water level, and a minimum liquid capacity of 1 000 liters.
Important Points A septic tank is usually provided with a brick wall in which cement mortar [not less than 20cm (9 inches)] thick and the foundation floor is of cement concrete 1 : 2 : 4.
Dimensions of Septic Tank:
1. Width = 750 mm
2. Length = 2 to 4 times the width
3. Depth = 1 to 1.3 m
4. Capacity = 1 cubic meter
Detention Period:
The detention period is taken to be 24 hrs.
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