Trinity County, TX septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Trinity County, Texas are permitted by Trinity River Authority (AA: Jacob Young) under 30 TAC Chapter 285.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: County Program
  • Authorized agent: Lisa Fox (County Judge's Office)
  • Own septic program: Yes
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 13,602

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Trinity County: $197. Texas average: $285.

Local rules

County contact: Lisa Fox (936-642-1746, fax: 936-642-1046). Trinity County Courthouse, 162 W 1st St, Groveton, TX 75845 (PO Box 457). Trinity River Authority contact: Heather Firn ([email protected], 817-467-4343). TRA main: 5300 S. Collins, Arlington, TX 76018. All entities serving alcohol/food require monthly reports and BOD/TSS testing every 6 months.

What SepticPro has on file for Trinity 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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Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Trinity River Authority (AA: Jacob Young) before applying.