Porters Neck homeowners often deal with septic drain fields that stay waterlogged far longer than the rest of Wilmington. Dense clay pockets, stormwater runoff from sloped neighborhoods, and a persistent perched water table keep the soil saturated and prevent drain fields from drying. This guide explains why it happens and how to protect your septic system.

Saltwater intrusion and tidal flooding quietly damage septic systems on Figure Eight Island long before homeowners see symptoms. Brackish groundwater kills drain field bacteria, clogs trenches, and leads to early system failure. This guide explains what’s really happening and how to protect your septic system in one of North Carolina’s harshest coastal environments.