DDW-2024-011068

Utah Department Of Environmental Quality
Division Of Drinking Water Level 2 Assessment
Level 2 Assessment
General System Information
Exception Granted: R309-550-11(3), R309-540-5(4)(c), and R309-105-9(3) | Deer Springs Ranch Lower Cabins Water System has four lots where
adequate pressure cannot be provided according to the rules. Therefore, individual home booster pumps will be required to be able to provide
pressure.

Site Visit Info
Management and Operations
Site Visit Date Surveyor Name
08/16/2024 Luke Treutel
DEER SPRINGS RANCH
LOWER CABINS
PWS ID: UTAH13056 Rating: Approved 12/17/2009 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: DANIELLE
*Last Name: CLARKSON
*Organization:
*Address: Redacted
*City: KANAB
*State: UT
*Zip: 84741
*Email: [e-mail]
*Phone: [phone]
2 Date of Survey (First Day of Field Work)08/16/2024
3 Date of Survey (Last Day of Field Work) ** this should match the Date of Survey in the
header **
08/16/2024
4 Date final report sent to system (questionnaire, deficiency report and cover letter)09/05/2024
5 Water system representative present during the survey:Bart Battista (Notes: Brent Fulmer and Cody
Allred present as well.)
6 What condition triggered the level 2 assessment?LV04
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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.
NA (Notes: N/A - Not a community water
system)
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.
C
9 Are there any individual home booster pumps installed in the distribution system (not
for fire suppression)?
Exception Granted: R309-550-11(3), R309-540-5(4)(c), and R309-105-9(3) | Deer
Springs Ranch Lower Cabins Water System has four lots where adequate pressure
cannot be provided according to the rules. Therefore, individual home booster pumps
will be required to be able to provide pressure.
SIG | 50pts | SM | M008 | R309-550-11(3) | R309-550-11(3)
C (Notes: Exception granted)
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.
NA (Notes: N/A - Not a community water
system)
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.)Kitchen tap w/ swivel
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
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Cross Connection and Operator Certification
18A Have there been any plumbing changes or construction where the sample was
collected?
Y (Notes: An individual home booster pump
was installed at a different unit prior to the
positive sample.)
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
27 If the sample tap has an aerator, was the aerator removed before taking the sample?Y
28 Was the sample taken from a tap with a swivel connection?Y
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?
N
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?NA (Notes: N/A - No EC+, only TC+)
35 Was the Boil Water Order lifted?NA (Notes: N/A - No EC+, only TC+)
36 Does the system have any unresolved significant deficiencies?N
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).
C
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.
C
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General Maintenance and Environment
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.
C
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.
C
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.
C
42 Sampler's Last Name Fulmer
43 Sampler's First Name Brent
44 Sampler's telephone number 435-644-3007
45 Sampler's eMail address N/A (Notes: No email for Brent. Can email
Bart Battista at [e-mail])
46 Emergency phone number:808-348-9769
47 How long has the sampler been taking TCR samples?Many years
48 Is the sampler certified in either distribution or treatment?N (Notes: Not required for TNC systems)
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
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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.
C
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?
Y (Notes: An in-home booster pump unit
was installed recently.)
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?N
60 What was the most recent date on which a satisfactory total coliform sample(s) were
taken?
07/09/2024
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?N
63 Have there been any recent modifications to the water system that could lead to
contamination of the system?
Y (Notes: In-home booster pump units
recently installed.)
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?
Y (Notes: There was increased usage at
hauling station after June due to ranching
activities)
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?NA (Notes: System utilizes one groundwater
well - source water turnover only applies to
surface water sources.)
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Distribution
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?Y (Notes: Recent excessive heat and
wildfires in the area)
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)
C
78 Are air release/vacuum valves in the distribution system? ... if yes, answer the
following question(s)
N
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.
NA (Notes: No hydrants)
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.
NA (Notes: No sewer present)
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)
C
82 Does the system have fire hydrants or blow offs?N
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.
NA (Notes: No fire flow)
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.
C (Notes: Temporary exception granted for
in-home booster pumps.)
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?Y (Notes: 1PRV in vault)
88A Do the valves function properly?Y
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General Disinfection
WS002 - 2003 WELL - Active
88B Is the valve vault free of standing water, debris, etc.?Y
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?
NA (Notes: No sewer present)
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?
N (Notes: Recommend devices be tested in
2024)
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.
C
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.
C
93 Did the system batch disinfect for this TC+, EC+ event?N
94 Did the system conduct any flushing associated with this event?N
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?,
Y
95A Describe recent construction/repair activity:Recent work on the service line for unit 144
96 Were investigative TCR samples taken after repairs were made?N
97 Were any isolation valves recently opened, closed or damaged?N
98 Operating Period (Start Date)01/01
99 Operating Period (Ending Date)12/31
100 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.
C
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101 Well casing is at least 18 inches above finished ground surface and 12 inches above
well house floor.
SIG | 25pts | SO | S003 | R309-515-6(6)(b)(vi), R309-515-6(12)(c)(ii), R309-515-
6(13)(a) | Rule requires the permanent well casing to project at least 18 inches above
the final ground surface and 12 inches above the pump house floor; at sites subject to
flooding, the top of the casing must terminate at least 3 feet above the 100-year flood
level or highest known flood elevation, whichever is higher. This significant deficiency
must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan
approved by DDW.
C
102 Wellhead is sealed to prevent contamination.
SIG | 50pts | SO | S013 | R309-515-6(6)(i) | R309-515-6(6)(i) and R309-515-
6(12)(b,c,d)require a sanitary seal be installed and maintained at the wellhead and
discharge piping. This significant deficiency should be corrected within 120 days of
notification or have a corrective action plan approved by
D (Notes: Conduit is cracked - needs to be
repaired so well head is sealed from
environment)
103 Is the well casing vented? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)Y

103A Vent screened with #14 mesh screen
SIG | 25pts | SO | S006 | R309-515-6(12)(d)(iii) | Guidance states provisions should be
made for venting the well casing, however if vented R309-515-6(12)(d)(iii) and R309-
550-6(6)(a)require vents be fitted with a #14 mesh or finer non-corrodible screen.
C

103B Vent down-turned
SIG | 25pts | SO | S007 | R309-515-6(12)(d)(iii) | Guidance states provisions should be
made for venting the well casing, however if vented R309-515-6(12)(d)(iii) and R309-
550-6(6)(b) requires vents be downturned or shielded to prevent the entrance of
surface water or rainwater.
C

103C Vent has adequate clearance to prevent contamination from entering the well
SIG | 25pts | SO | S008 | R309-515-6(12)(d)(iii) | Guidance states provisions should be
made for venting the well casing, however if vented R309-515-6(12)(d)(iii) and R309-
550-6(6)(b) requires vents be terminated with a discharge with an appropriate air gap.
C
104 Does the well have a pump to waste line? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)N
105 Provisions available to periodically measure water levels
MIN | 5pts | SO | S015 | R309-515-6(12)(e ), R309-515-6(12)(c)(vi) | Rule requires
provisions be made to permit periodic measurement of water levels in the completed
well.
C
106 Wellhead secured to protect quality water
SIG | 25pts | SO | S002 | R309-105-10(5) | All water system facilities shall be secure.
This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a
corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
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107 Well head or well house and equipment protected from flooding
SIG | 25pts | SO | S020 | R309-515-6(6)(b)(vi), R309-515-6(12)(d)(iii), R309-515-
6(13)(a) to (d) | Top of well casing shall terminate at least 18” above ground level or
12” above well house floor and for sites that flood at least 3’ above 100-year flood
level or highest known flood elevation. Well casing terminating in underground vault
shall have a drain to daylight and surface runoff directed away from vault access. Well
house floor shall be sloped for drainage, and have a drain to daylight unless highly
impractical. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification
or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
108 There are no unprotected cross-connections in well discharge piping.
SIG | 50pts | SO | S021 | R309-105-12(1), R309-515-6(12)(d)(iii) | Rule requires the
well discharge piping to be protected against the entrance of contamination. This
significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a
corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
109 No toxic chemicals, hazardous or flammable materials, or lubricants inside the well
house or near well head?
MIN | 15pts | TR | TGR9 | R309-105-7, 8 & 18, R309-100 through 605 | Trigger for
regulatory followup to address concerns.
C
110 Well discharge line has a smooth-nosed sampling tap, which samples the well water
before any chemical injection. (first item from the wellhead).
MIN | 5pts | SO | S023 | R309-515-6(12)(d)(iv) | Rule requires the discharge piping to
be equipped with a smooth nosed sampling tap, a check valve, a pressure gauge, a
means of measuring flow, and a shutoff valve. (smooth nosed sampling tap being the
first item from the well head and the shut-off valve as the last item)
C
111 Well discharge line has a check valve.
MIN | 5pts | SO | S024 | R309-515-6(12)(d)(iv) | Rule requires the discharge piping to
be equipped with (in order of placement from the wellhead) a smooth nosed sampling
tap, a check valve, a pressure gauge, a means of measuring flow, and a shutoff valve.
C
112 Well discharge line has a pressure gauge.
MIN | 5pts | SO | S025 | R309-515-6(12)(d)(iv) | Rule requires the discharge piping to
be equipped with (in order of placement from the wellhead) a smooth nosed sampling
tap, a check valve, a pressure gauge, a means of measuring flow, and a shutoff valve.
C
113 Well discharge line has a means to measure flow.
MIN | 5pts | SO | S026 | R309-515-6(12)(d)(iv) | Rule requires the discharge piping to
be equipped with (in order of placement from the wellhead) a smooth nosed sampling
tap, a check valve, a pressure gauge, a means of measuring flow, and a shutoff valve.
C
114 Well discharge line has a shut-off valve (last item from the well head).
MIN | 5pts | SO | S027 | R309-515-6(12)(d)(iv) | Rule requires the discharge piping to
be equipped with (in order of placement from the wellhead) a smooth nosed sampling
tap, a check valve, a pressure gauge, a means of measuring flow, and a shutoff valve.
C
115 Is there an air/vac valve on the well discharge line? If yes, answer the following
question(s)
N
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ST001 - STORAGE FACILITY ST001 - Active
116 Wells that pump directly into a distribution system have means to release trapped air
from pump discharge piping (for example, pumps directly to a tank, has an air release
valve or pump to waste line)
MIN | 5pts | SO | SL01 | R309-515-6(12)(d)(v) | Rule requires a well that pumps
directly into the distribution system be equipped with an air release/vacuum relief valve
located upstream of the check valve, unless the wellhead valve and piping provide for
pumping to waste all trapped air before water is introduced into the distribution
system.
C (Notes: Pumps to tank)
117 Does well require oil-lubrication?N
118 How is the well used?Fills up tank for culinary use
119 How deep is the well (in feet)?Unknown (Notes: No record of well depth
available)
120 What is the output of the well (gpm) and has it changed recently?40 GPM, no recent changes
121 Is there evidence of standing water, floodwater or runoff, depressions, unsanitary
conditions, rodents or animals, birds near the wellhead?
N
122 Storage tank capacity in gallons (from SDWIS; if different explain why in the
comments)
40000
123 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.
C
124 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
125 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
126 Are air vents present? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)Y

126A 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
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126B 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

126C 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

126D 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
127 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

127A 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

127B 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

127C 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
128 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
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129 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
130 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
131 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
132 Are there cracks in the walls or roof of the storage tank? (if yes, select only one of the
following options)
N
133 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

133A 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

133B 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

133C 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.
NA (Notes: No sewer present.)
134 Are the drain line and overflow combined?N
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134A Drain line shall terminate at least 12 inches above ground or flood rim of receiving
basin
SIG | 25pts | FW | V016 | R309-545-10(1)(d) | If the local authority allows discharge to
a storm drain, the rule requires the drain discharge to have a physical clearance of at
least 12 inches between the discharge end of the pipe and the overflow 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.
C
135 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
136 If the tank interior has been re-coated, did the materials used comply with ANSI/ NSF
Standard 61?
NA
137 When was the tank last inspected/cleaned?08/09/2024
138 Do you perform routine security checks of this tank?Y

138A How often do you perform routine secutity checks of this tank?Weekly
139 Could the physical condition of the tank be a source of contamination?N
140 Is proper O&M being performed for this storage tank?Y
141 Does the tank have an excess of floating material on the surface of the water and/or
sediment on the bottom of the tank?
N
142 Is there evidence of outside water intrusion into the tank?N
143 Are the inside walls of the tank free from staining or bacteral growth?Y
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