Calhoun County, TX septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Calhoun County, Texas are permitted by Victoria County Public Health Department Environmental Services (authorized agent for Calhoun County) under 30 TAC Chapter 285.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: County Program
  • Authorized agent: Tammy Fikac
  • Own septic program: Yes
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 20,106

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Calhoun County: $223. Texas average: $285.

Local rules

OSSF administered through Victoria County Public Health Department. Calhoun County fees paid at VCPHD. New Installation $110 + Residential $285 or Commercial $385. Repair/Alteration $50. Contact VCPHD Designated Representative at 361-578-6281.

What SepticPro has on file for Calhoun County

  • 6 permit fees with sources
  • The agency phone, email and office address
  • Setback distances
  • Soil and perc test requirements
  • Allowed system types
  • System design rules
  • Inspection requirements
  • Maintenance and pumping rules
  • Point-of-sale rules
  • Installer, designer and pumper licensing

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Draw a permit-ready site plan for Calhoun County

Enter the address, draw the system on the aerial with the parcel lines and topo, and print it to scale for Victoria County Public Health Department Environmental Services (authorized agent for Calhoun County). See how SepticPro site plans work.

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Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Victoria County Public Health Department Environmental Services (authorized agent for Calhoun County) before applying.