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The first measure used to correct failed septic systems is replacement of individual sewage treatment systems (ISTS). Each replacement ISTS on the affected property must conform with current code standards. The City is considering mandatory site evaluations and septic system designs for new development to minimize on -site system failures. Seepage pits are allowed by City Code as an alternative to collection systems. However, in practice, the City plumbing inspector has not permitted seepage pits in recent years. Holding tanks may be used when it can be shown their use is the most economical alternative. Community Collection Systems Older built up areas of Ramsey have greater housing density and smaller lot sizes than newer areas and potentially may experience higher rates of septic system failure. In the event a high rate of :failure exists on sites with marginal soils or inadequate space is available for a replacement septic system, the Ramsey Code allows for community collection systems in the 1990 Urban Service Area. The collection system must be designed for future hookup to sanitary sewer. The common drainfield would be maintained by the City and the costs would be assessed to all persons using the system. At present, the City of Ramsey does not have any community collection systems. Sufficient area has been available on individual sites to replace failed septic systems. The City will require that all new development within the MUSA be required to connect to sanitary sewer when it becomes available. The City also has indicated that when threat to public, health, safety and welfare is posed, and sanitary sewer is available, that connection to the sanitary system would be required. Thus, approval of a community collection system within the 1990 urban area, though currently allowable, is unlikely. TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM - ROADS The City is serviced with two major highways which serve as the backbone of the City's transportation system. As shown on Figure 9, State Highway 47 is situated on the eastern side of the Community and runs north and south. U.S. Highway 10 and 169, a four lane highway, traverses the southern edge of the City running generally east -west. County Roads 5, 57, 56 and 83 serve as major north - south collectors through the City. Major east -west collectors are County roads 7, 83 and 116. The City historically has required road right -of -way dedication and road construction as plats were approved to develop the local street system. In recent years, however, the City has also taken a more active role in development of its transportation system. As examples, in an effort to control access and provide orderly development on the south side of Highway 10, the City extended Sunfish Lake Blvd and Front Street in 1988. Dysprosium Street was extended to Co. Rd. 5 and links with City of Anoka's Thurston Avenue which extends to Highway 10 with an overpass over the Burlington Railroad tracks. The City has also deeded right of way to Anoka County for the extension of CSAH 116 24