Guidelines for Soakaway System
THE SOAKAWAY SYSTEM
i) Dung Channel
Purpose : To collect and convey wastewater to the inlet of the catch-pit.
Design Considerations:
(a) Sufficiently wide to facilitate periodic maintenance.
(b) Sufficient gradient to enable self cleansing.
(c) Prevention of rainwater ingress and overflow.
(d) Fitted with screening gear to enable the removal of solids.
Maintenance Requirement: Settled / screened solids and fallen leaves in the dung channels should be removed after every washing of livestock structures, and be properly disposed of in accordance with the Code of Practice for Livestock Waste Management.
