The EPA finds almost six out of ten septic tanks fail inspection, putting drinking water at risk
19 May - 5 minsLocal authorities completed 1,466 septic tank inspections in 2025 targeting areas of greatest risk from an environmental and health perspective. Of these, 59 percent (863) failed inspection with many posing a risk to nearby rivers and drinking water wells.
Since 2013, 7,212 septic tanks failed inspections, with 84 percent fixed by the end of 2025. Improved resolution of faulty septic tanks by homeowners has been aided by increased Government grant support.
Joining Anton to discuss the problem, and what’s being done about it, is Noel Byrne, EPA’s Drinking Water and Wastewater Enforcement team
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