Distribution box.

Omaha Municipal Code § 49-2162

in effect

Sec. 49-2162. - Distribution box. A distribution box or drop boxes shall be provided when more than one absorption field lateral is utilized. All absorption field laterals shall originate at the distribution box or drop box. (See Figure 49-2162.) When drop boxes are used the following criteria shall be followed: (a) The drop box shall be water tight and constructed of durable materials not subject to excessive corrosion or decay. (b) The invert of the inlet pipe shall be at least one inch higher than the invert of the outlet pipe to the next trench. (c) The invert of the outlet pipe to the next trench shall be at least two inches higher than the invert of the outlet pipe of the trench in which the box is located. (d) When septic effluent is delivered to the drop box by a pump, the pump discharge shall be directed against a wall or side of the box on which there is no outlet. (e) The drop box shall have a removable cover for inspection purposes. (See Figures 49-2162-1, and 49-2162-2 and 49-2162-3.) (Ord. No. 40524, § 1, 10-20-15)

Source: City of Omaha, Municipal Code and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/ne/omaha/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=OMMUCOCHGEORVOII_CH49PL_ARTXXIPRSETRSY_DIV4CORE_S49-2162DIBOFetched: 10/28/2026