Vince,

Did you see any evidence of a pump or piping associated with this tank? Cisterns around here typically have a pump and pressure tank somewhat like houses with a well.

Was this tank located above (higher in elevation than) the house? If so, it is more likely it is a cistern than a septic tank. ($#!+ flows downhill.)

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