Septic to Sewer
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Project Background
As a result of the Florida Springs and Aquifer Protection Act signed into law by the Governor in July, 2016, Hernando County was tasked to find ways to comply with the requirements associated with the 2016 legislation and developed restoration plans (BMAPS). The Septic to Sewer Conversion Plan is Hernando County Utility Department's (HCUD) response to the state mandated Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal System Remediation Plan requirement for Weeki Wachee Springs (more detailed information can be found under Project Overview on side panel).
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This page has been created to help Homeowners in the project area navigate through the construction process.
Project updates will be posted below on a regular basis.
All other project information can be found directly below or on the panel to the right.
Understanding the Construction Process, i.e., How Will The Work Affect Me?
Each section of road worked on will consist of the following:
- Asphalt will be removed from the road, and driveway aprons will be trimmed at the right-of-way. Affected areas will be backfilled with lime rock or millings each day to maintain access to the residence.
- Pipes will be laid down the road starting where indicated on the project update map, working down to the section's end.
- Access to residences could be limited when work is being done in front of the property (cars will need to park away from the active construction area).
- Residents will be notified in advance of when work will affect access to their residence.
- Contractor will work with residents to provide ADA compliance when necessary.
- Roads will be repaved once the new sewer lines have been tested and approved for service.
- Any sprinkler systems damaged in the county right-of-way during the pipe installation portion of the project will be repaired during the road and right-of-way restoration process for your area.
Click below for Construction Notes for work to be done on your private property
The New Sewer System in a Nutshell
During this project there are main 5 parts of the system being installed:
- Service line – As part of this special project, service lines will be installed from your home to the cleanout which will be located at the right of way. The cleanout gives access if a need ever arises due to a stoppage or other reason.
- Lateral – Lateral lines run from the cleanout to the main gravity main that runs under the road.
- Gravity main – Gravity mains run under the road, they move sewage from the homes via gravity to a nearby lift stations.
- Lift station – The lift station collects the sewage from the nearby gravity mains where it then gets sent to a wastewater treatment plant via pressurized force mains. There are 2 planned lift stations for this phase of the project.
- Force main – Force mains run along the right-of-way, they are pressurized lines that move sewage from lift stations to the designated wastewater treatment plant.
Not all roads will have force mains installed; please view the map linked below to see which roads will have gravity mains, force mains or both running along them.
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ATTENTION It has come to our attention that Septic companies are distributing fliers that make it sound like you are going to be required to have your septic system pumped before you are connected to the new sewer system. If you have signed your Temporary Construction Easement document (TCE), your system will be pumped as part of the dismantling portion of this project at no additional cost. Please ignore these notices! TRASH PICKUP INTERRUPTIONS If you are experiencing interruptions of trash pickup in your area, please contact us so we can make arrangements for the cans to be moved to a nearby pickup area. The trash cans will be brought back to their original location at the end of the day by the contractor. |
Project Updates Are Posted Below
Updated Project Schedule can be viewed under Project Documents for Reference
Project Manager
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Phone 352-540-4368 Email bsmith@hernandocounty.us
Frequently Asked Questions
Project Time Line
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Current - Notes For Residents
Septic to Sewer is currently at this stage- Project Schedule is posted below in Project Documents for Reference.
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Future Dates
this is an upcoming stage for Septic to Sewer- July, 2027 - Final completion
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Accomplished to Date
this is an upcoming stage for Septic to Sewer- 6/4/25 - Workshop #5 for Project Updates
- 5/14/25 - Construction Notice to Proceed
- 1/28/25 - Preconstruction Meeting held
- 1/23/25 - Project Soft Start
- Local supply yard locations chosen
- Chosen contractor for the project is Midsouth, Inc.
- 8/19/24 - Open House Workshop #4
- 6/14/23 - Open House Workshop #3
- 8/23/22 - Board established an MSBU (Municiple Service Benefit Unit) for the project (see Documents Associated with Project)
- 8/10/22 - Open House Workshop #2
- 01/4/20 - Open House Workshop #1
Project Overview
Project Documents for Reference
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Septic to Sewer Schedule 7.7.25.pdf (230 KB) (pdf)
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Weeki Wachee BMAP 2018.pdf (2.85 MB) (pdf)
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Springs_and_Aquifer_Protection_Act.pdf (96.6 KB) (pdf)
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MSBU Ordinance No 202-20 (257 KB) (pdf)
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Ordinance 2022-19 (235 KB) (pdf)
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FL Statutes Definition of Available (86 KB) (pdf)
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Sample Temporary Construction Easement (TCE) (190 KB) (pdf)
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Future District Phase Map ABE.jpg (141 KB) (jpg)
Videos
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Take 90 seconds to learn how septic systems can affect the springs.
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Video discusses Florida's aquifer and related topics
@13:50 How contaminants affect the springs & aquifer
@16:35 Springs Initiative
Thank you for your feedback! We will pass this along to Midsouth!
Subject: Compliment for Midsouth Employee
Good morning,
I just wanted to leave a note of praise for the young man I spoke with this morning. I live on Lorraine and was concerned about whether I’d be able to get out of my driveway because of the digging and construction activity.
I flagged down one of the white pickup trucks driving down the street, and a gentleman stopped, got out of his truck, and came over to meet me in my driveway. I explained my concern, and he was so kind and helpful. He clearly explained where I should go and which streets were closed.
He was polite, friendly, and represented Midsouth extremely well. Please pass along my thanks and appreciation for his excellent customer service. Thank you.
Hello Beth H,
Yes, that address is in a future S2S phase, however my guess is it will be at least 10+ years for that phase to begin design, etc. due to available funding and rising costs of construction. There are other phases ahead of you that will face those same challenges. Please see the Future District Phase Map ABE.jpg under Project Documents for Reference for a map showing the future phases - I believe you would be in 5(e) Phase 1. Thank you for your comment.
Is10050 Gifford Drive in the septic to sewer conversion later on?
Hello Fzayas,
Freeport is currently being worked on between Deltona and Sardina. It is hard to give an exact time frame for when the work will be completed due to weather and other issues that may arise during the construction. A good estimate would be several weeks to complete the required pipe work, then crews will start work to put the road back in order to prepare for paving. Thank you for reaching out, and please check our website regularly for updates on the project’s progress.
When is the Deltona Freeport are be all done?