Lake of the Ozarks / Osage Region
Lake-area wastewater may be a sewer district or septic
Near the lake, wastewater is handled by either a local sewer district or an onsite septic system, and the rules differ. In Camden County, septic permits and inspections run through the county Wastewater Department; lots touching the lake need a permit at any size, so confirm your lot's rules with that office before closing.
Near the Lake of the Ozarks, homes get rid of wastewater in two main ways. Some are tied into a local sewer district. Others use their own septic system on the lot. The rules and costs are not the same for each.
If you are buying, ask the seller or the county which setup the home has. For a septic system, ask about its condition and whether it was permitted. Ask whether any inspection or upgrade is needed when the home is sold.
In Camden County, septic permits and inspections are handled by the county’s Wastewater Department, not the health department. Lots that touch the lake need a permit no matter their size. Before you close, call the Camden County Wastewater Department to confirm the rules for your lot.
References
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