The irrigation water is discharged through an LPSSIR drip irrigation system utilising a low pressure network of 16mm diameter pipe with evenly spaced, self-compensating drippers providing a uniform distribution of the wastewater to the area. The dripline is installed in shallow trenches or laid on the ground surface covered with a minimum of 100mm of modified soil, as per AS/NZS 1547:2000. 

The area for irrigation varies, depending on site conditions and influent loading. Innovative planning can provide genuine landscaping benefits. Trees and plants will absorb not only the liquid, but will feed on the nutrients in the effluent. The correct area is determined by several factors, including ground conditions, climate, ground covering etc. 

We can advise you on the desirable area to allocate for irrigation after inspecting your site.

The area you designate for irrigation should have a minimum cover of 100mm of soil or other suitable absorptive material. Your Biocycle installer can install valves to allow 'split' irrigation areas. The system is designed to ensure that at least one irrigation area is always available.

	Irrigation of vegetable gardens should be avoided.
	Discharge or run-off into stormwater or other drainage channels is subject to council consent.
	All effluent must be applied to the land within the boundaries of the property, unless approval is otherwise granted.

The irrigation area should have a vegetation cover. If the irrigation area consists of shrubs and natives with a plant cover of 40%, we anticipate a transpiration rate of about 30% of deposited water.