On-Site Sewage Treatment System Program
The Environmental Health Department permits on-site sewage treatment systems (OSTS), commonly called septic systems. In addition to permitting, inspections of existing septic systems is provided to help prevent water contamination and waterborne illness.
Onsite septic systems regulated include:
- Septic tanks
- Drainfields (such as trenches, beds, at-grades, and mounds)
- Seepage pits
- Holding tanks
- Repairs or replacements of existing systems
For Installers
DOCUMENTS FOR OSTS
RESOURCES FOR OSTS
For the Public
DOCUMENTS
RESOURCES
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH OFFICE
MAIN OFFICE
UTILIZE WEST SIDE ENTRANCE
NORTH DOOR
122 2nd St NW
Jamestown, ND 58401
Environmental Health Office Hours
M – Th: 9:00am – 3:00pm
F: 9:00am – 1:00pm
* Appointments are required to speak with an EH Specialist
Environmental Health Phone
701-252-1325
701-252-8130, ext. 9
* Call for assistance outside of the office hours.