A patch of land on Wiley Dike Road in Lower Valley is being considered by Flathead County as a location for a septage treatment facility. (JP Edge/Hungry Horse News)
November 17, 2022
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March 14, 2023 noon
Commissioners reject property purchase in Lower Valley for septage plant
Commissioners Brad Abell and Randy Brodehl voted against the purchase of 36.9 acres on Wiley Dike Road, while Commissioner Pam Holmquist voted in favor.
December 2, 2022 midnight
Regional septage treatment facility could address growing problem
The county has an estimated 30,000 wastewater treatment systems. So far in 2022 there has been nearly 680 new septic tanks approved.
November 30, 2022 midnight
County sets out plans for regional septage treatment facility
The county has an estimated 30,000 wastewater treatment systems and as rapid growth has occurred over the last decade the suitable land for the disposal of septic waste has become quite limited.