DDW-2024-010443

Utah Department Of Environmental Quality
Division Of Drinking Water Level 2 Assessment
Level 2 Assessment
General System Information
Site Visit Info
Management and Operations
Site Visit Date Surveyor Name
07/30/2024 Tom McOmie
BIG PLAINS WATER SSD -
CANAAN RANCH
PWS ID: UTAH27093 Rating: Approved 03/14/2023 Active
1 Admin Contact (AC) [ eMail address is REQUIRED ]
MIN | 15pts | SM | G004 | R309-100-4(5) | Rule requires a person or organization be
designated as the owner of the system and name, address and phone number of such
be supplied to the Division.
*First Name: MIKE
*Last Name: FARRAR
*Organization:
*Address: Redacted
*City: APPLE VALLEY
*State: UT
*Zip: 84737
*Email: [e-mail]
*Phone: [phone]
2 Date of Survey (First Day of Field Work)07/29/2024
3 Date of Survey (Last Day of Field Work) ** this should match the Date of Survey in the
header **
07/30/2024
4 Date final report sent to system (questionnaire, deficiency report and cover letter)07/31/2024
5 Water system representative present during the survey:Yes
6 What condition triggered the level 2 assessment?LV02
7 For a community water system with water sources that require power to produce
sufficient flow, system is equipped with standby power option.
SIG | 25pts | SO | S033 | R309-515-6(2)(a) | Rule requires a community water system
without naturally flowing water sources, such as springs or flowing wells, to have one
or more of the system's sources equipped for operation during power outages. To
ensure continuous service when the primary power has been interrupted, a redundant
power supply is required. A redundant power supply may include a transfer switch for
auxiliary power such as a generator or a power supply service with coverage from two
independent substations. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days
of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
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8 There are no undocumented drinking water facilities (i.e. tanks, pump stations,
treatment facilities, etc.) or recent modifications that have not gone through or in
process of DDW review [LIST UNDOCUMENTED FACILITIES OR DESCRIBE
MODIFICATIONS, IF APPLICABLE] [undocumented sources are covered in a
different question]
SIG | 50pts | SM | G001 | R309-100-5(2), R309-500-6, R309-500-9, R309-500-9(2)
and (3) | Rule requires complete plans & specification for all public drinking water
projects to be approved in writing by the Director. Any facility found that has not
started DDW review shall be considered unapproved. This significant deficiency must
be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved
by DDW.
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9 Are there any individual home booster pumps installed in the distribution system (not
for fire suppression)?
SIG | 50pts | SM | M008 | R309-550-11(3) | R309-550-11(3)
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10 Does the system haul water?N
11 For a community system serving 100 or more connections, at least 2 water sources
are available.
SIG | 50pts | SO | TGR7 | R309-515-4(3) | Rule requires Community Water Systems
serving more than 100 connections to have a minimum of two sources except where
served by a water treatment plant. This significant deficiency must be corrected within
120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
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12 Does system have a consecutive connection to another water system not listed in the
SOURCE section of Waterlink Report? If yes, answer the following question(s)
N
13 Sell water? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)N
14 Does this system share any sources with another water system?N
15 Is the sample tap clean and free from obstruction?Y
16 Describe the type of sample tap (outside hose bib, frost free hydrant, kitchen tap, etc.)There is a sample station.
17 Was the sample collected on a supply line that is used regularly? (Samples should not
be taken from a line with little or no use)
Y
18 Have any conditions changed since the last sample collection?Y
18A Have there been any plumbing changes or construction where the sample was
collected?
Y (Notes: They installed a backflow next to
the sample station.)
18B Have there been any plumbing breaks or failure in the premise plumbing?N
19 Are there any cross-connections after the service connection or in premise plumbing?N
20 Were there any low pressure events or changes in the water pressure after the service
connection or in premise plumbing?
N
21 Are there any treatment devices after the service connection or in the premise piping?N
22 Could the sample be mixed with hot water or water passing through a water softener?N
23 Was the sample representative of the water system?Y
24 Did the sampler explain their procedures for collecting samples?Y
25 Was the sample tap adequately flushed prior to taking sample?Y
26 Was the sample tap properly disinfected?Y (Notes: They disinfect with alcohol.)
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Cross Connection and Operator Certification
27 If the sample tap has an aerator, was the aerator removed before taking the sample?NA
28 Was the sample taken from a tap with a swivel connection?N
29 Were sealed, fresh sample bottles used?Y
30 Are sample bottles properly stored?Y
31 Were there any adverse environmental conditions when the TC+ sample was
collected?
Y (Notes: System is known to have biofilm
and its likely why the samples failed.)
32 Were samples kept on ice during transportation to the laboratory?Y
33 Were samples transported to the laboratory within the 30 hour holding time?Y
34 Was a Boil Water Order issued for the E.coli sample results?N
35 Was the Boil Water Order lifted?NA
36 Does the system have any unresolved significant deficiencies?Y
37 Legally adopted authority statement
MIN | 15pts | SM | M003 | R309-105-12(2) | Rule requires each public water system to
have a cross connection control program that includes a legally adopted and functional
local authority to enforce the program (i.e., ordinance, bylaw, or policy).
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38 Documentation of annual public awareness and/or employee training
MIN | 15pts | SM | M004 | R309-105-12(2) | Rule requires each public water system to
have a cross connection control program that includes providing public education or
awareness material or presentations.
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39 Documentation of personnel trained to manage the program (COMMUNITY WATER
SYSTEMS POPULATION 500 AND ABOVE REQUIRE A DDW CERTIFIED CCC
PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR. ALL OTHER WATER SYSTEMS REQUIRE AT A
MINIMUM BACKFLOW 101 OR EQUIVALENT/ GREATER CCC TRAINING)
MIN | 15pts | SM | M005 | R309-105-12(2) | Rule requires each public water system to
have a cross connection control program that includes an operator with adequate
training in the area of cross connection control or backflow prevention.
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40 Does the water system have detailed records of cross connection control activities?
(inventories of backflow assemblies, devices, and air gaps installed within the system)
MIN | 15pts | SM | M006 | R309-105-12(2) | Rule requires each public water system to
have a cross connection control program that includes written records of cross
connection control activities.
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41 Does the water system have records of on-going enforcement activities? (test history,
enforcement activities, hazard assessments)
MIN | 15pts | SM | M007 | R309-105-12(2) | Rule requires each public water system to
have a cross connection control program that includes test history and documentation
of on-going enforcement activities.
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42 Sampler's Last Name Harsh
43 Sampler's First Name Dan M
44 Sampler's telephone number 435-767-2032
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General Maintenance and Environment
45 Sampler's eMail address Yes (Notes: [e-mail])
46 Emergency phone number:435-877-1190
47 How long has the sampler been taking TCR samples?6 years (Notes: Dan Harsh is the water
operator and has years of experience from
his previous job as a water operator in Virgin
Town.)
48 Is the sampler certified in either distribution or treatment?Y
48A What type(s) and grade(s) of certification? (for example, D2 T4)D1
49 Has there been a loss of power to any portion(s) of the system?N
50 Has there been any loss of pressure events?N
51 Have there been any customer complaints (cloudy water, smell, taste, interruptions of
service)?
N
52 Are there any visual indications of unsanitary conditions?
SIG | 50pts | SM | M017 | R309-200-6, R309-105-18, R309-215-4(3) | R309-200-6 The
Secondary Maximum Contaminant Levels for public water systems deals with
substances which affect the aesthetic quality of drinking water. They are presented
here as recommended limits or ranges and are not grounds for rejection. The taste of
water may be unpleasant and the usefulness of the water may be impaired if these
standards are significantly exceeded.
R309-105-18 The Director or the local health department shall be informed by
telephone by a water supplier of any "emergency situation". The term "emergency
situation...
R309-215-4(3) If the water fails to meet minimum standards, then certain public
notification procedures shall be carried out, as outlined in R309-220. Water suppliers
shall also keep analytical records in their possession, for a required length of time, as
outlined in R309-105-17.
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53 Has there been any operation, maintenance, or repair activities that could have
introduced total coliform or E.coli into the system?
N
54 Has there been any vandalism and/or unauthorized access to facilities?N
55 Has there been any recent fire fighting events, flushing operations, sheared hydrants,
etc.?
N
56 Has there been any recent construction activities such as a new water line, tank, pump
station, well installation, etc. or other facility that has been tied into the existing
distribution system?
N
57 Have there been any analytical results or any additional samples collected, including
source samples which were positive (not for compliance)?
N
58 Has there been any community illness suspected of being waterborne?N
59 Did the water system receive any TCR monitoring violations in the past 12 months?NA
60 What was the most recent date on which a satisfactory total coliform sample(s) were
taken?
07/30/2024
61 Is there any evidence of intentional contamination of the system?N
62 Was there an increase in water turbidity at any point in the system?Y
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Distribution
63 Have there been any recent modifications to the water system that could lead to
contamination of the system?
N
64 Have any new sources been added to the system?N
65 Have any inactive sources recently been introduced into the system (e.g. existing
source, auxiliary systems)?
N
66 Has there been any recent treatment or operational changes?N
67 Is there any evidence of potential sources of contamination?N
68 Was there any unusually high (or low) water demand that might have altered typical
flow patterns in the water system?
N
69 Have there been any sewer spills, source water spills or other disturbances?N
70 Have there been any algal blooms?N
71 Has source water turnover occurred?N
72 Has there been any unusual weather events that could have contributed to the
TC+/EC+ samples?
N
73 Has there been any recent heavy rainfall?N
74 Has there been any rapid snow melt or flooding?N
75 Have there been any changes in available source water? (e.g. significant drop in water
table, well output reservoir capacity, etc.)
N
76 Have there been any extremes in heat or cold?N
77 No unprotected connection between the distribution system and a source of
contamination. (If there is an unprotected connection, describe the location in detail.)
SIG | 50pts | DS | D009 | R309-550-5(11) | R309-550-5(11)
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78 Are air release/vacuum valves in the distribution system? ... if yes, answer the
following question(s)
Y
78A Open end of vent line covered with #14 mesh screen
SIG | 25pts | DS | D004 | R309-550-6(6)(b) | Rule states the open end of the air relief
vent pipe from automatic valves shall be provided with a #14 mesh, non-corrodible
screen and a downward elbow, and where possible, be extended to at least one foot
above grade. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of
notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
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78B For a valve in a chamber, open end of vent pipe is at least 12 inches above grade or
one foot above distribution line in a chamber that does not flood.
SIG | 25pts | DS | D006 | R309-550-6(6)(b) | Rule states the open end of the air relief
vent pipe from automatic valves shall be provided with a #14 mesh, non-corrodible
screen and a downward elbow, and where possible, be extended to at least one foot
above grade. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of
notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
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78C Chamber has drain to daylight, gravel-filled adsorption pit if not subject to flooding, or
sump pump.
SIG | 25pts | DS | D007 | R309-550-6(6)(b) and (7)(b) | Rule states chambers shall be
provided with a drain to daylight, if possible. Where this is not possible, underground
gravel-filled absorption pits may be used if the site is not subject to flooding and
conditions will assure adequate drainage. Sump pumps may also be considered if a
drain to daylight or absorption pit is not feasible. This significant deficiency must be
corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by
DDW.
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78D Chamber is not flooded at the time of the inspection.
MIN | 0pts | DS | D008 | R309-550-6(7)(b) | Rule states the chamber for an air relief
valve shall not be subject to flooding and shall have a drain to daylight wherever
possible or a gravel fill absorption pit. This significant deficiency must be corrected
within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
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78E Open end of vent line down-turned.
SIG | 25pts | DS | D006 | R309-550-6(6)(b) | Rule states the open end of the air relief
vent pipe from automatic valves shall be provided with a #14 mesh, non-corrodible
screen and a downward elbow, and where possible, be extended to at least one foot
above grade. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of
notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
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79 Water system has a program to maintain, operate, or control the use of fire hydrants.
REC | 0pts | DS | D012 | N/A | Fire hydrants provide a direct access to the water in the
distribution system. In order to protect the quality and integrity of the water, fire
hydrant access should be controlled.
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80 Blow offs or air release valves are not directly connected to a sanitary sewer line.
SIG | 50pts | DS | D013 | R309-550-6(5)(a), R309-550-6(6)(c) and (7)(a) | Rule states
blow-offs or air relief valves shall not be connected directly to a sewer. This significant
deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action
plan approved by DDW.
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81 Blow offs or air release valves do not discharge below flood level in ditches or
streams.
SIG | 50pts | DS | D016 | R309-550-9(1) and (2), R309-550-13(2) | R309-550-9(1 & 3)
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82 Does the system have fire hydrants or blow offs?Y
82A Are there any fire hydrants located in areas with a high water table?Y
83 All water mains installed after 1995 that provide fire flow are at least 8 inches in
diameter.
MIN | 15pts | DS | D019 | R309-550-5(4) & (5) | Rule states that the minimum line size
serving a fire hydrant lateral shall be 8-inch diameter unless a hydraulic analysis
indicates that required flow and pressures can be maintained by 6-inch lines.
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General Disinfection
WS001 - CANAAN SPRINGS - Active
84 Distribution system capable of providing minimum pressure of 20 psi at all service
connections.
SIG | 50pts | DS | D003 | R309-105-9, R309-550-5(1) | Rule states the distribution
system shall maintain minimum pressures as required by R309-105-9 at all points of
connection under all flow conditions. This significant deficiency must be corrected
within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
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85 Was the water system constructed or new portions added after January 1, 2007? ... if
yes, answer the following question(s)
N
86 Is there any evidence that the system experienced low or negative pressure?N
87 Is there adequate pressure throughout the entire distribution system at all times?Y
88 Does the system have pressure reducing / sustaining valve stations?N
89 Are blow offs or air relief valves directly connected to a sewer or do not have a proper
air gap or do they exit below flood level in ditches or streams?
N
90 Has appropriate backflow prevention (devices/assemblies) been installed on all high
risk (hazard) sites?
Y
90A Have these devices/assemblies been inspected, maintained and/or tested at least
annually?
Y
91 Water system follows AWWA disinfection procedures for new, repaired, or seasonal
water mains and tanks.
SIG | 25pts | MR | D018 | R309-550-8(10) | All new and repaired water mains and
appurtenances shall be disinfected in accordance with AWWA Standard C651. This
significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a
corrective action plan approved by DDW.
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92 How often do you periodically disinfect any or all parts of your water system (i.e. batch
disinfection) other than for repairs or maintenance?
SIG | 50pts | SM | G006 | R309-105-6(1)(a), R309-500-6 | R309-105-6(1) Approval of
Engineering Plans and Specifications
R309-500-6 Plan Approval Procedure.
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93 Did the system batch disinfect for this TC+, EC+ event?N
94 Did the system conduct any flushing associated with this event?Y
95 Has the system completed any recent water main, service connection repairs,
maintenance on a well or pump, fire hydrant, pressure regulator, etc. that may have
introduced contamination into the distribution system?,
N
96 Were investigative TCR samples taken after repairs were made?N
97 Were any isolation valves recently opened, closed or damaged?N
98 Undocumented sources shall not be physically connected to the drinking water
system. (IF SOURCE IS NOT IN SYSTEM INVENTORY MARK "DEFICIENT")
SIG | 200pts | SO | S001 | R309-515-6(5), R309-515-7(4), R309-500-9(2) and (3) |
R309-105-6(1) requires plans and specifications for all public drinking water projects to
be approved in writing by the Director prior to the commencement of construction. This
significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a
corrective action plan approved by DDW.
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99 Area of equal or higher elevation within 50 feet of spring collection devices is fenced.
MIN | 15pts | SO | SS02 | R309-515-7(7)(e) | Rule requires a stock-tight fence around
the spring collection area.
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100 Surface water runoff diverted away from spring by diversion channel or berm.
MIN | 15pts | SO | SS03 | R309-515-7(7)(g) | Rule requires a diversion channel or
berm, constructed immediately inside the fenced area, capable of diverting all
anticipated surface water runoff away from the spring collection area.
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101 Spring box has a means to release overflow?
MIN | 15pts | SO | SS23 | R309-515-7(7)(d), R309-545-13(1) | All junction boxes and
collection boxes, must comply with R309-545 with respect to access openings,
venting, and tank overflow. Lids for these spring boxes shall be gasketed and the box
adequately vented.
Y

101A Overflow screened with #4 mesh screen
SIG | 25pts | SO | SS04 | R309-515-7(7)(d), R309-545-13(3) | Overflow pipes on
junction and collection boxes shall comply with R309-545 and be screened with No. 4
mesh non-corrodible screens. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120
days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
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101B Overflow has a minimum of 12 inch clearance above flood rim of receiving basin
SIG | 25pts | SO | SS14 | R309-515-7(7)(d), R309-545 | Overflow pipes on junction
and collection boxes shall comply with R309-545 and discharge a minimum of 12
inches above the ground surface or rim of the receiving basin. This significant
deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action
plan approved by DDW.
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102 Drain has minimum of 12 inch clearance above flood rim of receiving basin
SIG | 25pts | SO | SS14 | R309-515-7(7)(d), R309-545 | Overflow pipes on junction
and collection boxes shall comply with R309-545 and discharge a minimum of 12
inches above the ground surface or rim of the receiving basin. This significant
deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action
plan approved by DDW.
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103 Is the spring collection area subject to ponding of surface water?
SIG | 25pts | SO | SS06 | R309-515-7(7)(i) | Rule requires the spring to be developed
as thoroughly as possible to minimize the possibility of excess water ponding within
the collection area. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of
notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
N
104 If a liner is present, spring liner integrity is maintained.
SIG | 50pts | SO | SS19 | R309-515-7(7)(b)(iv) | If a liner is present, it shall be installed
to assure its integrity. No sharp-edged stones or stones two inches or larger shall be
located within two inches of the liner. This significant deficiency must be corrected
within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
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105 No deep-rooted vegetation is within the 50 ft collection area.
SIG | 25pts | SO | SS07 | R309-515-7(7)(f) | All deep-rooted vegetation within the
fenced collection area shall be removed by a means not negatively affecting water
quality. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or
have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
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106 No roots seen in collection boxes and junctions.
SIG | 25pts | SO | SS08 | R309-105-10(4)(a), R309-515-8(1)(a) | Spring collection
areas shall be periodically (preferably annually) cleared of deep-rooted vegetation to
prevent root growth from clogging collection lines. This significant deficiency must be
corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by
DDW.
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107 Is a spring collection box present? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)
MIN | 5pts | SO | L014 | R309-515-7(7)(c) | Rule requires each spring collection area
to be provided with at least one collection box to permit spring inspection and testing.
Y

107A Spring box has shoe box type lid with 2 inch overlap around frame
SIG | 25pts | SO | SS09 | R309-515-7(7)(d), R309-545-14 (2) | Access openings shall
comply with R309-545 and be provided with a close-fitting, solid shoebox-type cover
that extends down around the frame at least 2 inches. This significant deficiency must
be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved
by DDW.
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107B Spring box lid is gasketed
SIG | 25pts | SO | SS10 | R309-515-7(7)(d), R309-545-14 (2) | Access openings shall
comply with R309-545 and be provided with a cover furnished with a gasket between
the lid and frame. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of
notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
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107C Spring box lid does not show evidence of a vacuum.
MIN | 5pts | SO | SS11 | R309-515-7(7)(d), R309-545-15 | Rule requires junction
boxes and collection boxes to comply with R309-545 with respect to venting.
Therefore, a junction or collection box requires a vent to be fitted with #14 mesh or
finer non-corrodible screen, be fitted with a protective heavy-gauge screen or covering
if 6 inches in diameter or greater, be down-turned and shielded to prevent the
entrance of contaminants, be located and sized to avoid blockage during winter, and
have the end of the vent discharge a minimum of 24 inches above the earth on buried
structures.
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107D Spring box opening is at least 4 inches above the surface of the box or 18 inches
above an earthen cover if the box is buried.
MIN | 15pts | SO | SS12 | R309-515-7(7)(d), R309-545-14 (1), | Access openings shall
comply with R309-545 and be framed at least 4 inches above the surface of the spring
box roof at the opening or 18 inches above the ground surface on a buried spring box.
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107E Spring box lid is locked
SIG | 25pts | SO | SS13 | R309-515-7(7)(d), R309-545-14 (3) | Access openings shall
comply with R309-545 and the lids to the openings shall be locked. This significant
deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action
plan approved by DDW.
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ST001 - 52 K STEEL TANK - Active

107F All openings/penetrations in the spring collection box are sealed.
SIG | 50pts | SO | SS20 | R309-515-7(7)(d), R309-545-9(1) and (2) | All junction and
collection boxes shall comply with R309-545 and shall have suitable watertight roofs
and sidewalls that exclude birds, animals, insects, and excessive dust. All openings
shall be kept to a minimum and be watertight. Pipes that may contain water of lesser
quality than drinking water shall not penetrate the spring box. This significant
deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action
plan approved by DDW.
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107G Are there signs of small animals, slugs, bugs, etc. in the spring box?N
108 Is a spring box vent present? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)
MIN | 5pts | SO | SS11 | R309-515-7(7)(d), R309-545-15 | Rule requires junction
boxes and collection boxes to comply with R309-545 with respect to venting.
Therefore, a junction or collection box requires a vent to be fitted with #14 mesh or
finer non-corrodible screen, be fitted with a protective heavy-gauge screen or covering
if 6 inches in diameter or greater, be down-turned and shielded to prevent the
entrance of contaminants, be located and sized to avoid blockage during winter, and
have the end of the vent discharge a minimum of 24 inches above the earth on buried
structures.
Y

108A Vent is down-turned.
SIG | 25pts | SO | SS16 | R309-515-7(7)(d), R309-545-15(1) | All vents on junction
and collection boxes shall comply with R309-545 and be downturned a minimum of 2
inches below any opening and shielded to prevent the entrance of contaminants. This
significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a
corrective action plan approved by DDW.
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108B Vent has #14 or finer non-corrodible mesh screen and a protective screen/covering if
6-inch diameter or greater.
SIG | 25pts | SO | SS17 | R309-515-7(7)(d), R309-545-15(4) and (5) | All vents on
junction and collection boxes shall comply with R309-545 and be fitted with No. 14 or
finer non-corrodible mesh screen. Vents 6-inch diameter or larger shall be fitted with
additional heavy gage screen or substantial covering to protect the No. 14 mesh
screen. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or
have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
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108C End of vent has sufficient clearance to prevent ice/snow blockage or is at least 24
inches above the earthen cover
SIG | 25pts | SO | SS18 | R309-515-7(7)(d), R309-545-15(2) and (3) | All vents on
junction and collection boxes shall comply with R309-545 and shall be located and
sized to avoid blockage during winter. The end of a vent on a buried spring box shall
discharge a minimum of 24 inches above the ground. This significant deficiency must
be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved
by DDW.
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109 Spring has a permanent flow-measuring device.
MIN | 5pts | SO | SS01 | R309-515-7(7)(h) | Rule requires a spring to have a
permanent flow measuring device.
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110 Storage tank capacity in gallons (from SDWIS; if different explain why in the
comments)
52000
111 There are no undocumented drinking water facilities (i.e. tanks, pump stations,
treatment facilities, etc.) or recent modifications that have not gone through DDW
review
SIG | 50pts | SM | G001 | R309-100-5(2), R309-500-6, R309-500-9, R309-500-9(2)
and (3) | Rule requires complete plans & specification for all public drinking water
projects to be approved in writing by the Director. Any facility found that has not
started DDW review shall be considered unapproved. This significant deficiency must
be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved
by DDW.
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112 Ladders, ladder guards, platform railings, or safely located entrance hatches are
provided.
MIN | 15pts | FW | V004 | R309-545-18 | Rule requires ladders, ladder guards,
platform railings, and safely located entrance hatches where applicable for water
storage tanks and requires safety practices to conform to pertinent laws and
regulations of the Utah Occupational Safety and Health Division.
C
113 Tank is vented.
SIG | 25pts | FW | VL02 | R309-545-15 | Rule requires drinking water storage tanks to
be vented. Overflows cannot be considered or used as vents. This significant
deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action
plan approved by DDW.
C
114 Are air vents present? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)Y

114A Vent is either down-turned or shielded from contaminants (at least 2 inches below the
bottom of the opening)
SIG | 25pts | FW | V005 | R309-545-15(1) | Rule requires inverted vents on water
storage tanks to be down-turned a minimum of 2 inches below any opening and
shielded to prevent the entrance of contaminants. This significant deficiency must be
corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by
DDW.
C

114B End of vent terminates at least 24 inches above earthen cover (buried tank) and is
located and sized to avoid blockage during winter.
MIN | 15pts | FW | V006 | R309-545-15(2) | For buried structures, the rule requires the
end of the vent discharge to be a minimum of 24 inches above the earthen covering.
C

114C Vent covered with #14 or finer non-corrodible mesh screen.
SIG | 25pts | FW | V007 | R309-545-15(4) | Rule requires a water storage tank vent to
be fitted with #14 mesh or finer non-corrodible screen and vents 6-inches or greater in
diameter to be fitted with additional heavy gauge screen or substantial covering to
protect the #14 mesh screen from vandalism or damage. This significant deficiency
must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a compliance action plan
approved by DDW.
C

114D Vent 6-inch diameter and larger protected with additional heavy-gauge screen or
substantial covering.
MIN | 5pts | FW | V035 | R309-545-15(5) | Rule requires vents that are 6-inch diameter
or greater to be fitted with additional heavy gauge screen or substantial covering,
which will protect the No. 14 mesh screen against vandalism or damage.
C
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115 Are access openings present? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)
MIN | 15pts | FW | VL03 | R309-545-14 and 14(1) | Rule requires drinking water
storage tanks to be designed with reasonably convenient access to the interior for
cleaning and maintenance.
Y

115A Access opening framed at least 4 inches above roof surface or 18 inches above
earthen cover.
MIN | 15pts | FW | V008 | R309-545-14(1) | Rule requires tank access opening to be
framed at least 4 inches above the surface of the roof, or on a buried tank, to be at
least 18 inches above any earthen cover over the tank.
C

115B Access opening shoe box type with at least 2 inches of overlap
SIG | 25pts | FW | V010 | R309-545-14(2) | Rule requires the frame of an access
opening to be provided with a close fitting solid shoebox type cover which extends
down around the frame at least two inches and is furnished with a gasket(s) between
the lid and frame. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of
notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C

115C Access opening lid properly gasketed
SIG | 25pts | FW | V009 | R309-545-14(2) | Rule requires the access opening to a tank
to be furnished with a gasket between the lid and frame. This significant deficiency
must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan
approved by DDW.
C
116 Access opening locked
SIG | 25pts | FW | V029 | R309-545-14(3) | Rule requires the lid to any access
opening to have a locking device. This significant deficiency must be corrected within
120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
117 Roof or wall penetrations sealed
SIG | 100pts | FW | V017 | R309-545-6(1) and 545-9 | Rule requires openings in a
storage tank roof or top, designed to accommodate control apparatus or pump
columns, to be welded, gasketed, or curbed and sleeved and to have additional proper
shielding to prevent vandalism. This significant deficiency must be corrected within
120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
118 Area surrounding ground-level or buried storage tank is graded to prevent surface
water from standing within 50 feet.
SIG | 25pts | TR | V001 | R309-545-7(4) | Rule requires the area surrounding a
ground-level or buried water storage tank be graded in a manner to prevent surface
water from standing within 50 feet of the tank. This significant deficiency must be
corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by
DDW.
C
119 Storage tank roof is sloped to prevent ponding
MIN | 15pts | FW | V003 | R309-545-9(4) | Rule requires drainage of storage tank roofs
to eliminate water ponding.
C
120 Are there cracks in the walls or roof of the storage tank? (if yes, select only one of the
following options)
N
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ST002 - 100K STEEL TANK - Active
121 Is a tank overflow present? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)
SIG | 25pts | FW | VL01 | R309-545-13 | Rule requires all storage tanks to be provided
with an overflow that discharges at an an elevation between 12 and 24 inches above
the ground surface or the rim of the receiving basin. This significant deficiency must
be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved
by DDW.
Y

121A Overflow line discharges at least 12 inches above ground or the flood rim of receiving
basin?
SIG | 25pts | FW | V011 | R309-545-13 | Rule requires all water storage tanks to be
provided with an overflow that discharges at an elevation between 12 and 24 inches
above the ground surface or the rim of the receiving basin.
C

121B Overflow line covered with #4 mesh non-corrodible screen
SIG | 25pts | FW | V012 | R309-545-13(3) | Rule requires overflow pipes to be
screened with #4 mesh non-corrodible screens installed at a location least susceptible
to damage by vandalism. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days
of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C

121C Overflow line connected or discharges to a sanitary sewer drain?
SIG | 50pts | FW | V013 | R309-545-13(5) | Rule prohibits overflow pipes from
connecting to, or discharging into, a sanitary sewer system. This significant deficiency
must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan
approved by DDW.
C
122 Are the drain line and overflow combined?Y
123 Is the storage structure interior coating or liner peeling or cracked?
REC | 0pts | FW | V019 | N/A | The integrity of the interior coating or liner is essential
for proper quality control of the drinking water and may be intergral to the structural
integrity of the tank. The system management should closely monitor the status of the
liner and make plans
C
124 If the tank interior has been re-coated, did the materials used comply with ANSI/ NSF
Standard 61?
NA
125 When was the tank last inspected/cleaned?07/29/2024
126 Do you perform routine security checks of this tank?Y

126A How often do you perform routine secutity checks of this tank?Yes (Notes: Weekly)
127 Could the physical condition of the tank be a source of contamination?NA (Notes: Did not go to the tank this visit.)
128 Is proper O&M being performed for this storage tank?NA (Notes: Did not go to the tank this visit.)
129 Does the tank have an excess of floating material on the surface of the water and/or
sediment on the bottom of the tank?
NA (Notes: Did not go to the tank this visit.)
130 Is there evidence of outside water intrusion into the tank?NA
131 Are the inside walls of the tank free from staining or bacteral growth?NA
132 Storage tank capacity in gallons (from SDWIS; if different explain why in the
comments)
100000
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133 There are no undocumented drinking water facilities (i.e. tanks, pump stations,
treatment facilities, etc.) or recent modifications that have not gone through DDW
review
SIG | 50pts | SM | G001 | R309-100-5(2), R309-500-6, R309-500-9, R309-500-9(2)
and (3) | Rule requires complete plans & specification for all public drinking water
projects to be approved in writing by the Director. Any facility found that has not
started DDW review shall be considered unapproved. This significant deficiency must
be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved
by DDW.
NA (Notes: Did not go to the tank this visit.)
134 Ladders, ladder guards, platform railings, or safely located entrance hatches are
provided.
MIN | 15pts | FW | V004 | R309-545-18 | Rule requires ladders, ladder guards,
platform railings, and safely located entrance hatches where applicable for water
storage tanks and requires safety practices to conform to pertinent laws and
regulations of the Utah Occupational Safety and Health Division.
NA (Notes: Did not go to the tank this visit.)
135 Tank is vented.
SIG | 25pts | FW | VL02 | R309-545-15 | Rule requires drinking water storage tanks to
be vented. Overflows cannot be considered or used as vents. This significant
deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action
plan approved by DDW.
NA (Notes: Did not go to the tank this visit.)
136 Are air vents present? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)Y

136A Vent is either down-turned or shielded from contaminants (at least 2 inches below the
bottom of the opening)
SIG | 25pts | FW | V005 | R309-545-15(1) | Rule requires inverted vents on water
storage tanks to be down-turned a minimum of 2 inches below any opening and
shielded to prevent the entrance of contaminants. This significant deficiency must be
corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by
DDW.
C

136B End of vent terminates at least 24 inches above earthen cover (buried tank) and is
located and sized to avoid blockage during winter.
MIN | 15pts | FW | V006 | R309-545-15(2) | For buried structures, the rule requires the
end of the vent discharge to be a minimum of 24 inches above the earthen covering.
C

136C Vent covered with #14 or finer non-corrodible mesh screen.
SIG | 25pts | FW | V007 | R309-545-15(4) | Rule requires a water storage tank vent to
be fitted with #14 mesh or finer non-corrodible screen and vents 6-inches or greater in
diameter to be fitted with additional heavy gauge screen or substantial covering to
protect the #14 mesh screen from vandalism or damage. This significant deficiency
must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a compliance action plan
approved by DDW.
C

136D Vent 6-inch diameter and larger protected with additional heavy-gauge screen or
substantial covering.
MIN | 5pts | FW | V035 | R309-545-15(5) | Rule requires vents that are 6-inch diameter
or greater to be fitted with additional heavy gauge screen or substantial covering,
which will protect the No. 14 mesh screen against vandalism or damage.
C
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137 Are access openings present? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)
MIN | 15pts | FW | VL03 | R309-545-14 and 14(1) | Rule requires drinking water
storage tanks to be designed with reasonably convenient access to the interior for
cleaning and maintenance.
Y

137A Access opening framed at least 4 inches above roof surface or 18 inches above
earthen cover.
MIN | 15pts | FW | V008 | R309-545-14(1) | Rule requires tank access opening to be
framed at least 4 inches above the surface of the roof, or on a buried tank, to be at
least 18 inches above any earthen cover over the tank.
NA (Notes: Did not go to the tank this visit.)

137B Access opening shoe box type with at least 2 inches of overlap
SIG | 25pts | FW | V010 | R309-545-14(2) | Rule requires the frame of an access
opening to be provided with a close fitting solid shoebox type cover which extends
down around the frame at least two inches and is furnished with a gasket(s) between
the lid and frame. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of
notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
NA (Notes: Did not go to the tank this visit.)

137C Access opening lid properly gasketed
SIG | 25pts | FW | V009 | R309-545-14(2) | Rule requires the access opening to a tank
to be furnished with a gasket between the lid and frame. This significant deficiency
must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan
approved by DDW.
NA (Notes: Did not go to the tank this visit.)
138 Access opening locked
SIG | 25pts | FW | V029 | R309-545-14(3) | Rule requires the lid to any access
opening to have a locking device. This significant deficiency must be corrected within
120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
NA (Notes: Did not go to the tank this visit.)
139 Roof or wall penetrations sealed
SIG | 100pts | FW | V017 | R309-545-6(1) and 545-9 | Rule requires openings in a
storage tank roof or top, designed to accommodate control apparatus or pump
columns, to be welded, gasketed, or curbed and sleeved and to have additional proper
shielding to prevent vandalism. This significant deficiency must be corrected within
120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
NA (Notes: Did not go to the tank this visit.)
140 Area surrounding ground-level or buried storage tank is graded to prevent surface
water from standing within 50 feet.
SIG | 25pts | TR | V001 | R309-545-7(4) | Rule requires the area surrounding a
ground-level or buried water storage tank be graded in a manner to prevent surface
water from standing within 50 feet of the tank. This significant deficiency must be
corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by
DDW.
NA (Notes: Did not go to the tank this visit.)
141 Storage tank roof is sloped to prevent ponding
MIN | 15pts | FW | V003 | R309-545-9(4) | Rule requires drainage of storage tank roofs
to eliminate water ponding.
NA (Notes: Did not go to the tank this visit.)
142 Are there cracks in the walls or roof of the storage tank? (if yes, select only one of the
following options)
N (Notes: Did not go to the tank this visit.)
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143 Is a tank overflow present? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)
SIG | 25pts | FW | VL01 | R309-545-13 | Rule requires all storage tanks to be provided
with an overflow that discharges at an an elevation between 12 and 24 inches above
the ground surface or the rim of the receiving basin. This significant deficiency must
be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved
by DDW.
NA (Notes: Did not go to the tank this visit.)
144 Are the drain line and overflow combined?Y (Notes: Did not go to the tank this visit.)
145 Is the storage structure interior coating or liner peeling or cracked?
REC | 0pts | FW | V019 | N/A | The integrity of the interior coating or liner is essential
for proper quality control of the drinking water and may be intergral to the structural
integrity of the tank. The system management should closely monitor the status of the
liner and make plans
NA (Notes: Did not go to the tank this visit.)
146 If the tank interior has been re-coated, did the materials used comply with ANSI/ NSF
Standard 61?
NA (Notes: Did not go to the tank this visit.)
147 When was the tank last inspected/cleaned?07/29/2024
148 Do you perform routine security checks of this tank?Y

148A How often do you perform routine secutity checks of this tank?yes (Notes: Weekly)
149 Could the physical condition of the tank be a source of contamination?NA
150 Is proper O&M being performed for this storage tank?NA
151 Does the tank have an excess of floating material on the surface of the water and/or
sediment on the bottom of the tank?
NA
152 Is there evidence of outside water intrusion into the tank?NA
153 Are the inside walls of the tank free from staining or bacteral growth?NA
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