Eastern Idaho Public Health

Eastern Idaho Public Health

Septic System Resources

🌐 Official Online Resources

Visit the Eastern Idaho Public Health website for:

• Current septic permit applications and forms
• Fee schedules and payment information
• Contact information and office hours
• Latest regulatory updates including October 2025 changes

👉 Visit Eastern Idaho Public Health Website →

📍 Service Area

Eastern Idaho - 8 Counties

• Bonneville County - Pop. ~123,000 (Idaho Falls - largest city) • GIS Map →
• Clark County - Pop. ~790 (Idaho's smallest county, Dubois) • GIS Map →
• Custer County - Pop. ~4,400 (Challis, mountain communities) • GIS Map →
• Fremont County - Pop. ~13,000 (St. Anthony, Island Park) • GIS Map →
• Jefferson County - Pop. ~31,000 (Rigby, growing Rexburg area) • GIS Map →
• Lemhi County - Pop. ~8,000 (Salmon, remote mountains) • GIS Map →
• Madison County - Pop. ~53,000 (Rexburg, BYU-Idaho) • GIS Map →
• Teton County - Pop. ~13,000 (Driggs, Victor - Teton Valley) • GIS Map →

Total Population: ~246,000

📋 Quick Facts

• Collection Date: November 4, 2025
• Document Count: 10 PDFs (2.9 MB)
• Most Recent Updates: ⭐ October 2025 (Homeowner Installation Guide)
• Source: Eastern Idaho Public Health

🌟 What Makes This District Unique

⭐ Most Current Documentation in Entire Knowledgebase

Eastern Idaho has the newest documents across all 7 health districts:

• October 2025: Homeowner Installation Guide (most recent in collection!)
• September 2025: Aggregate list, separation distances
• July 2025: Installer and pumper applications
• June 2025: Permit applications

This collection represents the bleeding edge of Idaho septic regulations and forms.

Homeowner Installation Focus

The comprehensive Homeowner Installation Guide (October 2025, 555 KB) is one of the most detailed DIY resources, perfect for property owners installing their own systems.

Current Approved Materials

The 2025 Drainfield Aggregate List (September 2025) ensures installers use currently approved materials meeting district standards.

Separation Distance Reference

Quick-reference separation distances chart (September 2025) provides field-ready guidance for installers and inspectors.

📁 Available Documents

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Applications

Septic Permit Application

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Speculative Evaluation Form

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Licensing

Septic Installer Application

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Septic Pumper Application

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Pumper Septage Disposal Approval

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Forms

Connect to Existing System Form

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Letter of Intended Use (Non-Residential)

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Technical

Drainfield Aggregate Approved List 2025

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Septic Separation Distances

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Education

Homeowner Installation Guide

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Septic Drainfields: What You Need to Know

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Top 10 Self-Install Errors

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🗺️ Geographic Context

Eastern Idaho Public Health serves diverse communities from urban Idaho Falls to remote mountain valleys:

• Upper Snake River Plain (Idaho Falls metro area)
• Teton Valley (Jackson Hole gateway, resort communities)
• Remote mountain communities (Lemhi, Custer counties)
• Agricultural areas (Jefferson, Fremont - potatoes, grain)
• University town (Madison County - BYU-Idaho in Rexburg)
• Growing population (suburban expansion from Idaho Falls)
• High reliance on septic systems outside Idaho Falls city limits
• Seasonal tourism (Island Park, Teton Valley)

🎯 Usage Scenarios

For Homeowner DIY Installers

• ⭐ Complete Guide: October 2025 Homeowner Installation Guide
• Permit Application: June 2025 application packet
• Setback Requirements: September 2025 separation distances
• Material Selection: 2025 approved aggregate list

For Professional Installers

• Licensing: July 2025 installer application
• Material Sourcing: Current approved aggregate list with contacts
• Field Reference: Separation distances quick chart
• Compliance: Most current regulatory requirements

For Pumpers

• Licensing: July 2025 pumper application
• Disposal Sites: Septage disposal approval forms
• Regulatory Compliance: Current standards

For Property Buyers

• Feasibility Assessment: Speculative evaluation forms
• DIY Planning: Homeowner installation guide for cost estimation
• Setback Verification: Separation distances chart

For Developers

• Site Planning: Speculative evaluation procedures
• Non-Residential Projects: Letter of intended use requirements
• Connection Approvals: Existing system connection forms

For Engineers

• Design Standards: Separation distances and specifications
• Material Standards: Approved aggregate requirements
• Flow Calculations: Non-residential wastewater guidance

📅 Document Currency

Eastern Idaho maintains the most current documentation among all Idaho health districts:

Timeline of Updates:

• October 2025: Homeowner Installation Guide (most recent!)
• September 2025: Aggregate list, separation distances
• July 2025: Installer and pumper applications
• June 2025: Permit application packet
• February-March 2025: Supporting forms

All documents include revision dates making it easy to verify you're using current versions.

🏔️ Geographic Challenges

Eastern Idaho's unique geography creates specific septic system challenges:

Teton Valley (Resort Area)

• Seasonal population swings
• High groundwater in some areas
• Premium property values
• Stricter environmental expectations

Remote Mountain Communities

• Limited installer availability (Lemhi, Custer counties)
• Transportation costs for materials
• Challenging site conditions
• DIY installation more common

Snake River Plain

• Shallow groundwater concerns
• Volcanic soils
• Aquifer protection priorities
• Agricultural chemical interactions

University Area (Rexburg)

• Student housing density
• Rental property systems
• Maintenance compliance challenges

💡 Why This Collection Matters

Eastern Idaho's collection is invaluable because:

1. Most current forms - October 2025 updates across the board
2. Homeowner DIY emphasis - Detailed installation guide
3. Field-ready references - Quick separation distance charts
4. Material standards - Current 2025 approved sources
5. Complete lifecycle - Application through approval documentation

Related Resources

• All 7 Health Districts Overview
• Southeastern Idaho (Neighboring)
• Homeowner Role Guide
• Installer Role Guide
• Separation Distances Topic
• DIY Installation Topic

📞 Contact Information

Eastern Idaho Public Health

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⚡ Quick Tips

For DIY Installers

Start with the October 2025 Homeowner Installation Guide - it's the most comprehensive DIY resource in the entire knowledgebase and walks through every step.

For Material Sourcing

Use the September 2025 Approved Aggregate List - it has current contact information for all approved suppliers, saving you research time.

For Field Work

Print the Separation Distances chart - it's formatted as a quick reference and will save time on job sites.

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Collection archived November 4, 2025. Features the most current documentation in the entire knowledgebase (October 2025). Always verify requirements with the district, though these are likely the newest forms available.