RV dump station convenience

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If you plan to dump into your sewer system, forego the Aqua Blue in the RV brown water tank (commode). I never use it in my RV for short trips (2 days) and there is no smell. Flush the tank with plenty of water when dumping at the last campground before heading home and then you will have very little to dump anyway . The blue chemical treatment may not harm your sewer but why take the chance.

I have never seen a certified sewer system without an outside cleanout. I think they are required by Code. IF you don't have one, then you would have to dig up your sewer line before it gets to your septic tank, install a sweep tee, pipe and cap as per George2615 instructions. You should have one at any turn in your system anyway. Almost all sewer systems have a turn and drop before going into the tank so that is a good place to put one. I don't think you would need any permitting to cut into your existing line and add a clean out. You may need one for a dump tank though, depends on your location I guess.
 
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Something like this would work good for a dump station no bottom in it and you could back fill with drain rock within a ft. or so of the surface. Often a septic tank isn't in a convenient place to get the RV near a clean-out. It would last many years before needing to get pumped.
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   / RV dump station convenience #13  
Cut a sweep in the line just before your septic tank , run a pipe near the rv , keep minimal fall on the pipe .
 
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Look up "RV macerator" or "RV macerator pump" which is a gadget that will pump the contents of your holding tank out though a 3/4" hose.

They are in the $100-$200 range and will even let you pump the holding tank into a toilet.

This is a going to be a lot less expensive than any of the other solutions discussed, and for occasional use is just fine.

Plus you can carry it in your RV and empty your tanks into places where you can't without one.
 
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Something like this would work good for a dump station no bottom in it and you could back fill with drain rock within a ft. or so of the surface. Often a septic tank isn't in a convenient place to get the RV near a clean-out. It would last many years before needing to get pumped.
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Billrog that concept has some definite possibility. At the risk of sounding totally stupid, what is the common trade name of that illustrated dry well? I have a local concrete company that makes a lot of precast stuff so I guess I'll make a few phone calls. Thanks.
As has been suggested, tapping into the existing house septic system would be simple but the RV landing pad is about 50 yards from the house and is separated by fairly deep valley.
 
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Be sure to check the Codes so you know what the requirements are for dumping, especially if into a small device which Billrog suggested. I've thought of installing a dump station next to my side drive so I can dump the RV's. It's only 50' from the clean-out on the septic tank. I could install a line from the shop where I park my RV's, but digging it and keeping the correct slope would be a challenge since it is over 300'. My neighbor had a small septic installed next to his shop so he doesn't have a problem. Either way would work, but septic systems are a lot more expensive than just running a line. Good luck!
 
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There is a company that sells a low pressure grinder pump that you can hook up to 2" pvc. Hills are no problem. You set a 250 gallon concrete tank where ever you need it and the auto float switch sends it on it way to your current system.

The only reason I looked into it is because I was going to use that system to add a bathroom in my shop. I'm to far to gravity flow to my current system. Unfortunately, in my county they will not approve it. They want you to add another complete aerobic system... so I walk 150' to the house. I am considering bootlegging it and if I ever sell the place I will just tear the terlit out and leave the tank where it is. It will be a back flusher, so no plumbing in the foundation.
 
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I'm considering installing a 540 gallon plastic tank as a receptacle for washing out our RV holding tank(s) and as a convenience for our occasional RV guests. My local supply house sells a plastic tank described as a "pump tank" for a fairly reasonable amount and my septic pumper could service the tank along with the house tank.

Have any members tried a similar set up? Any advice on how to keep an empty tank from floating due to ground water? My soil conditions are very heavy clay. And lastly, should I want to pump the tank myself recommendations
On a suitable gas powered pump.

Thanking all in advance for comments, suggestions, or experiences.

B. John

Do you currently use a standard tank with seepage bed or do you use a holding tank? I just tapped into the line between the house and the tank and put a standpipe to use. One installation I had the standpipe about 100' away from the septic tank because that is where the camper was parked. Don't forget the pit
 

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