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).

Required Temporary Construction Easements (TCE)

Septic to Sewer FAQs



Understanding the Construction Process, i.e., How Will The Work Affect Me?

Each section of road worked on will consist of the following:

  1. 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.
  2. Pipes will be laid down the road starting where indicated on the project update map, working down to the section's end.
  3. 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).
  4. Residents will be notified in advance of when work will affect access to their residence.
  5. Contractor will work with residents to provide ADA compliance when necessary.
  6. Roads will be repaved once the new sewer lines have been tested and approved for service.
  7. 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.

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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!

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.


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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).

Required Temporary Construction Easements (TCE)

Septic to Sewer FAQs



Understanding the Construction Process, i.e., How Will The Work Affect Me?

Each section of road worked on will consist of the following:

  1. 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.
  2. Pipes will be laid down the road starting where indicated on the project update map, working down to the section's end.
  3. 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).
  4. Residents will be notified in advance of when work will affect access to their residence.
  5. Contractor will work with residents to provide ADA compliance when necessary.
  6. Roads will be repaved once the new sewer lines have been tested and approved for service.
  7. 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 to view larger


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.

click to view larger

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!

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 Update - March 6, 2026

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    Week of March 6, 2026 – March 13, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Restoration: Fine Grading & Cleanup in Sewer Shed 2 area

    • Sod Installation: Sewer Shed 2 area

    Hernando County SHIP Program is now open and accepting applications till March 31, 2026.
    The application can be found here.


  • Septic to Sewer SHIP Program - February 27, 2026

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    The application can be found here at this link.

    Applications will be accepted March 2nd till March 31st.

    For any questions, please call (352) 540-4338

  • Project Update - February 13, 2026

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    Week of February 13, 2026 – February 20, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Right of Way Cleanups: Sewer Shed 2

    • Sod Restoration: Sewer Shed 2

    • Paving Completed: Swan Ln, Melshire Ave, Brentlawn St

    • Freeport Dr: Road will receive a final layer of pavement in the near future.


    Important Notice for Residents
    Construction signs (shown below) will be placed in the front yards of affected properties one day prior to scheduled pipe installation.
    During this time, driveway access will be temporarily restricted.


  • Project Update - February 6, 2026

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    Week of February 6, 2026 – February 13, 2026

    Planned Work Activities:

    • Sewer Testing Completed: Brentlawn St, Melshire Ave, Swan Ln

    • Roads to be Paved: Freeport between Sardinia Ave/Sunday Rd, Brentlawn St, Melshire Ave, Swan Ln (Weather dependent)

    • Sprinkler Restoration: Lynnhaven Rd, Montebello Ln, Seahorse Ave

    • Right of Way Cleanups: Sewer Shed 2


    Important Notice for Residents
    Construction signs (shown below) will be placed in the front yards of affected properties one day prior to scheduled pipe installation.
    During this time, driveway access will be temporarily restricted.


  • Project Update - January 30, 2026

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    Week of January 30 – February 6, 2026

    Planned Work Activities:

    • Building Roads: Brentlawn St, Lynnhaven Rd, Melshire Ave, and Swan Ln

    • Paving Roads: Brentlawn St, Freeport Dr, Lynnhaven Rd, Melshire Ave and Swan Ln

    • Forcemain ARV Work: Freeport Dr, Lynnhaven Rd, Montebello Ln and Mountain Way Ave

    • Restoration: Sewer Shed 2


    Important Notice for Residents
    Construction signs (shown below) will be placed in the front yards of affected properties one day prior to scheduled pipe installation.
    During this time, driveway access will be temporarily restricted.


  • Project Update - January 23, 2026

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    Week of January 26 – January 30, 2026

    Planned Work Activities:

    • Gravity Installation: Brentlawn St, Freeport Dr, Melshire Ave and Swan Ln

    • Roadway Restoration: Brentlawn St, Freeport Dr and Melshire Ave

    • Concrete Driveway Restoration: Brentlawn St, Freeport Dr, Melshire Ave and Swan Ln

    • Miscellaneous Restoration / Irrigations Repairs: will occur in the Sewer Shed 2 area


    Important Notice for Residents
    Construction signs (shown below) will be placed in the front yards of affected properties one day prior to scheduled pipe installation.
    During this time, driveway access will be temporarily restricted.

  • Project Update - January 16, 2026

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    Week of January 19 – January 23, 2026

    Planned Work Activities:

    • Gravity Installation: Brentlawn St, Freeport Dr, Melshire Ave and Swan Ln

    • Roadway Restoration: Brentlawn St, Freeport Dr and Melshire Ave

    • Concrete Driveway Restoration: Brentlawn St and Freeport Dr

    • Fine Grading and Restoration will occur throughout the week as conditions allow.


    Important Notice for Residents
    Construction signs (shown below) will be placed in the front yards of affected properties one day prior to scheduled pipe installation.
    During this time, driveway access will be temporarily restricted.

  • Project Update - January 9, 2026

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    Week of January 12 – January 16, 2026

    Planned Work Activities:

    • Gravity Installation: Brentlawn St, Freeport Dr and Melshire Ave

    • Roadway Restoration: Freeport Dr

    • Sod Installation: Freeport Dr and Sunday Rd

    • Fine Grading and Restoration will occur throughout the week as conditions allow.


    Important Notice for Residents
    Construction signs (shown below) will be placed in the front yards of affected properties one day prior to scheduled pipe installation.
    During this time, driveway access will be temporarily restricted.


  • Project Update - December 19, 2025

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    Holiday Schedule Updates

    Contractors will be off beginning Wednesday, December 24th 2025 and return Monday, January 5th 2026.
    Crews will be cleaning up - Monday, December 22nd and Tuesday, December 23rd.

    There is a possibility some restoration work will be occurring during the break.


  • Project Update - December 12, 2025

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    Gravity Install, Gravity Services Install and Roadway Restoration will continue on Freeport and Lynnhaven.

    Driveway Restoration - Lorraine, Lynnhaven and Sunday - 12/15 and 12/16

    Paving/Sod Restoration is TENTATIVE - Lorraine, Seahorse and Sunday - 12/15 till 12/19

    Signs (shown below) will be posted in the front yards of properties the day before scheduled pipe installation will restrict driveway access for residents.

    Barricades will be put up ahead of the work areas to discourage through traffic. As always, local residents will be allowed passage beyond the barricades.

Page last updated: 11 Mar 2026, 09:58 AM