Lifetime Costs: The typical total cost for a new septic system over a 20 year period is $6,300 to $13,000 for trenches and mounds, or $13,500 to $32,000 for alternative treatment systems. For multi-household systems, typical trench or mound systems range from $18,500 to $25,000.
What genetic diseases are common among Amish and Mennonites? Amish and Mennonites exhibit certain rare diseases uncommon in other populations. These include Ellis-van Creveld syndrome (a type of dwarfism), glutaric aciduria, Crigler-Najjar syndrome, and maple syrup urine disease.
Some Amish and Mennonite individuals struggle with genetic conditions little-seen in the general population. Certain Amish populations also exhibit diseases and conditions seen elsewhere, but at a higher rate than the general public. Amish and related groups have been assisted by outsiders in treating genetic problems.