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Maryland Department of the
Environment ONSITE SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEMS (OSDS) INFORMATION Almost one in five Marylanders dispose of their sewage in onsite sewage disposal systems (OSDS), sometimes referred to as septic systems. Excess loading of nutrients, like nitrogen and phosphorus, from septic systems contribute to degraded water quality, negatively impacting the ecology of the Bay and its tributaries. Since it is Maryland Department of the Environment’s (MDE) mission to protect human health and the environment, a portion of the Bay Restoration Fund is allocated to upgrade septic systems to reduce nitrogen discharges. Priority is given to failing system in the Critical Areas. Pre-application for Financial Assistance About the Maryland Bay Restoration Fund from the Maryland State Department of the Environment History of the Maryland Bay Restoration Fund How Maryland Plans to Restore the Chesapeake Bay Press Release: |
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Martin O'Malley,
Governor | Anthony G. Brown, Lt. Governor | John M. Colmers,
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