DDW-2024-011419

Utah Department Of Environmental Quality
Division Of Drinking Water Sanitary Survey
Sanitary Survey
General System Information
Site Visit Date Surveyor Name
09/24/2024 Danielle Zebelean
EMERY PWS ID: UTAH08003 Rating: Approved 10/15/1984 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: JACOB
*Last Name: SHARP
*Organization:
*Address: Redacted
*City: CASTLEDALE
*State: UT
*Zip: 84513
*Email: [e-mail]
*Phone: [phone]
Emergency Phone: [phone]
2 Legal Contact (LC) [ if no eMail address is available, enter [e-mail] ]
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:
*Last Name:
*Organization: CASTLE VALLEY SSD
*Address: PO BOX 877
*City: CASTLE DALE
*State: UT
*Zip: 84513
*Email: [e-mail]
*Phone:
Emergency Phone: [phone]
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3 Owner Contact (OW) [ if no eMail address is available, enter [e-mail] ]
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:
*Last Name:
*Organization: CASTLE VALLEY SSD
*Address: PO BOX 877
*City: CASTLE DALE
*State: UT
*Zip: 84513
*Email: [e-mail]
*Phone:
Emergency Phone: [phone]
4 Direct Operator in Charge (DO) [ if no eMail address is available, enter
[e-mail] ]
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: GARRETT LEE
*Last Name: HANSEN
*Organization:
*Address: PO BOX 503
*City: FERRON
*State: UT
*Zip: 84523
*Email: [e-mail]
*Phone: [phone]
5 Does the system serve a Residential population?Y
5A Population - Residential 315 (Notes: From 2023 DWRi Water Use
Report)
5B Operating Period (Start Date) - Residential 01/01
5C Operating Period (End Date) - Residential 12/31
6 Does the system serve a Transient population? (A transient population is a rotating
population that is served by a water system that does not remain in the jurisdiction of
the water system for long periods of time. Examples of a transient population include,
but are not limited to, campers at a campground, users of a highway rest stop, skiers
at a ski resort, guests at a hotel, or patrons of a restaurant or a shopping center.)
N
7 Does the system serve a Non-Transient population? (A non-transient population is a
population served by a water system that is the same population being served by the
system for at least six months of the year, but is not a resident in the system.
Examples of a non-transient population include, but are not limited to, employees of a
restaurant, shop, or ski resort; teachers and students at a school, day-care center, or
church; doctors, nurses, and other employees at a hospital or healthcare clinic.)
N
8 Population - Wholesale :0
9 Residential Connections:173 (Notes: From 2023 DWRi Water Use
Report)
10 Commercial Connections:3 (Notes: From 2023 DWRi Water Use
Report)
11 Industrial Connections:1 (Notes: From 2023 DWRi Water Use
Report)
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Site Visit Info
Management and Operations
12 Agricultural Connections:0
13 Date of Survey (First Day of Field Work)09/24/2024
14 Date of Survey (Last Day of Field Work) ** this should match the Date of Survey in the
header **
09/24/2024
15 Date final report sent to system (questionnaire, deficiency report and capacity
spreadsheet)
09/25/2024
16 Water system representative present during the survey:Jacob Sharp and Garret Hansen
17 How much time was spent to prepare survey documents prior to field survey? (Round
up to nearest quarter hour)
1.5
18 How much time was spent to complete the field survey (arrival to completion; include
travel time between water system facilities)? (Round up to nearest quarter hour)
2
19 How much time was spent traveling from the office to system and back again at the
end of the field survey? (Round up to nearest quarter hour)
8 (Notes: Only one travel time for all CVSSD
systems, they were all done in one trip.)
20 How much time did it take to finish the Survey Report? (Round up to nearest quarter
hour)
1
21 Did you survey multiple water systems in one trip? ... if yes, answer the following
question(s)
Y
21A If yes, how many?8 (Notes: Pete and I did all CVSSD
systems)
22 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.
C
23 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
24 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)
C
25 Does the system haul water?N
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Cross Connection and Operator Certification
26 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: Has the water treatment plant)
27 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
28 Does the system have a deficiency meeting the required source capacity? (USE
SPREADSHEET FOR CALCULATIONS) *IF YES, SELECT CORRECT STATEMENT
FROM THE FOLLOWING AND MARK "YES"; MARK ALL OTHER STATEMENTS
"NO."
N
29 Does the system have a deficiency meeting the required storage capacity DUE
SOLELY TO FIRE SUPPRESSION NEEDS? (USE SPREADSHEET FOR
CALCULATIONS) *IF YES, SELECT CORRECT STATEMENT FROM THE
FOLLOWING AND MARK "YES"; MARK ALL OTHER STATEMENTS "NO."
N
30 Does the system have a deficiency meeting the required equalization storage capacity
for indoor/outdoor demands (but not because of fire suppression needs)? (USE
SPREADSHEET FOR CALCULATIONS) *IF YES, SELECT CORRECT STATEMENT
FROM THE FOLLOWING AND MARK "YES"; MARK ALL OTHER STATEMENTS
"NO."
N
31 Does your water system have an Emergency Response Plan?
REC | 0pts | SM | M001 | R309-105-18 | All suppliers are advised to develop
contingency plans to cope with possible emergency situations. In many areas of the
state the possibility of earthquake damage shall be realistically considered.
Y
32 Does your Emergency Response Plan address cybersecurity? (required for systems
over 3,300 population)
MIN | 15pts | TR | TGR9 | R309-105-7, 8 & 18, R309-100 through 605 | Trigger for
regulatory followup to address concerns.
NA (Notes: Not over 3,300 population)
33 Does your water system use any computers, laptops, phones, tablets, or any other
computer systems to manage, operate, or maintain the PWS (SCADA or Industrial
Control Systems)? This includes any water sources, treatment, distribution or any
process related to operation function
Y
34 Does your water system use any computer systems in regular business operations
such as accounting, billing, payroll, human resources, or management?
Y
35 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 (Notes: All CVSSD systems have
authority statement)
36 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
37 Documentation of personnel trained to manage the program (ALL COMUNITY
WATER SYSTEMS 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 (Notes: Jacob Sharp is the admin for all
CVSSD systems)
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General Maintenance and Environment
Distribution
38 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
39 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
40 Operator meets required level of certification for water system. ( IF NO CERTIFIED
OPERATOR IS REQUIRED MARK COMPLIANT )
SIG | 50pts | OC | C001 | R309-105-11, R309-300-5(3) | Rule requires every
community and NTNC water system and public water systems that utilize
treatment/filtration to have at least one operator certified at the classified grade of the
water system. Certification must be appropriate for the type of system operated
(treatment and/or distribution). This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120
days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
41 Certified operator is within 1 hour travel time of water system. ( IF NO CERTIFIED
OPERATOR IS REQUIRED MARK COMPLIANT )
MIN | 0pts | OC | C002 | R309-300-5(14) | Rule requires the operator to be within 1
hour travel time, under normal work and home conditions, of each drinking water
system for which he is considered in direct responsible charge.
C
42 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
43 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
44 Are air release/vacuum valves in the distribution system? ... if yes, answer the
following question(s)
Y
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44A 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.
C
44B 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.
C
44C 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.
C
44D 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.
C
45 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.
C
46 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.
C
47 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
48 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.
C
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General Disinfection
TP001 - EMERY WELL AERATION TRAYS - Inactive (AB - ABANDONED)
49 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
50 Was the water system constructed or new portions added after January 1, 2007? ... if
yes, answer the following question(s)
Y
50A Distribution system capable of maintaining the following pressures at all service
connections: (a) 20 psi during fire flow and fire demand during peak day demand; (b)
30 psi during peak instantaneous demand; and (c) 40 psi during peak day demand.
SIG | 50pts | DS | D010 | R309-105-9, R309-550-5(1) | Rule states that unless
otherwise specifically approved by the Director, public water systems constructed after
January 1, 2007, shall be designed and shall meet the following minimum water
pressures at points of connection: (a) 20 psi during conditions of fire flow and fire
demand experienced during peak day demand; (b) 30 psi during peak instantaneous
demand; and (c) 40 psi during peak day demand. This significant deficiency must be
corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by
DDW.
C
51 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
52 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
53 Does the water system still have physical access to this facility? Y/N Guidance:
Answer NO if sold and no longer have security access or the facility is demolished and
can not be inspected.
Y
53A Is the facility incapable of allowing water or contamination to enter the drinking water
system? Yes(compliant) No(complete full question set for facility type and notify DDW)
SIG | 100pts | SM | A100 | R309-400-11 | If the water system does not comply with the
directive, the Director may assess 25 to 200 points to the water system. Points shall
be assessed based upon the severity of the non-compliance, the threat to public
health and the underlying basis for the original directive.
Y
53B Is the facility physically disconnected from supplying water to the distribution system?
Guidance: Is the equipment, pipe, etc, physically removed, disconnected.
Yes(compliant) No(complete full question set for facility type and notify DDW)
SIG | 50pts | SM | A075 | R309-400-11 | If the water system does not comply with the
directive, the Director may assess 25 to 200 points to the water system. Points shall
be assessed based upon the severity of the non-compliance, the threat to public
health and the underlying basis for the original directive.
Y
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WS001 - EMERY WELL - Inactive (AB - ABANDONED)
ST001 - STORAGE FACILITY ST001 - Active
54 Does the water system still have physical access to this facility? Y/N Guidance:
Answer NO if sold and no longer have security access or the facility is demolished and
can not be inspected.
Y
54A Is the facility incapable of allowing water or contamination to enter the drinking water
system? Yes(compliant) No(complete full question set for facility type and notify DDW)
SIG | 100pts | SM | A100 | R309-400-11 | If the water system does not comply with the
directive, the Director may assess 25 to 200 points to the water system. Points shall
be assessed based upon the severity of the non-compliance, the threat to public
health and the underlying basis for the original directive.
Y
54B Is the facility physically disconnected from supplying water to the distribution system?
Guidance: Is the equipment, pipe, etc, physically removed, disconnected.
Yes(compliant) No(complete full question set for facility type and notify DDW)
SIG | 50pts | SM | A075 | R309-400-11 | If the water system does not comply with the
directive, the Director may assess 25 to 200 points to the water system. Points shall
be assessed based upon the severity of the non-compliance, the threat to public
health and the underlying basis for the original directive.
Y
55 Is this facility Active or Inactive?A
56 Storage tank capacity in gallons (from SDWIS; if different explain why in the
comments)
333000
57 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
58 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
59 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
60 Are air vents present? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)Y
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60A 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
60B 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
60C 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
60D 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
61 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
61A 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
61B 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
61C 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
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62 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
63 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
64 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
65 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
66 Are there cracks in the walls or roof of the storage tank? (if yes, select only one of the
following options)
N
67 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
67A 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
67B 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
67C 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
68 Are the drain line and overflow combined?Y
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69 Is this facility Active or Inactive?A
70 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
71 Pump Type (Centrifugal, Hand pump, Jet, Positive Displacement, Screw, Submersible,
Vertical turbine)
Vertical turbine
72 If the pump station is used to pressurize the distribution system, does it have at least
two functioning pumping units? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)
SIG | 25pts | PU | PS18 | R309-540-5(4)(b) | Rule states inline booster pumps,
withdrawing water directly from distribution lines without storage and feeding water
directly into distribution lines, shall have at least two pumping units. This significant
deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action
plan approved by DDW.
Y
72A Demand is met by remaining pump(s) when largest pumping unit out of service
SIG | 25pts | PU | PS19 | R309-540-3(a) | Inline booster pumps shall have at least two
pumping units (such that with any one pump out of service, the remaining pump or
pumps shall be capable of providing the peak day demand of the specific portion of
the system serviced). This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of
notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
73 Pump station building and equipment are protected from flooding.
MIN | 15pts | PU | PS13 | R309-540-5(1)(a)(ii), R309-540-5(2)(a)(iii) | Pump station
access shall be 6" above surrounding ground and located at least 3’ above 100-year
flood elevation or highest recorded flood elevation; station is accessible at all times
unless it can be taken out of service when inaccessible.
C
74 There are no unprotected cross-connections in the pump station.
SIG | 50pts | PU | PS15 | R309-105-12(1) | Cross connections are not allowed unless
controlled by an approved and properly operating backflow prevention assembly or
device. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or
have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
75 Discharge piping has a pressure gauge.
MIN | 15pts | PU | PS03 | R309-540-5 (6)(c)(i) | Rule requires that a standard pressure
gauge be installed on the pump discharge line.
C
76 Does the pumping facility have an air relief valve located on the discharge piping? ... if
yes, answer the following question(s)
Y
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76A End of air relief piping downturned
SIG | 25pts | PU | PS12 | R309-550-6(6)(b), R309-540-6(2) | The open end of the air
relief vent pipe from automatic valves shall be provided with a downward elbow. This
significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a
corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
76B End of air relief piping covered with #14 mesh screen
SIG | 25pts | PU | PS10 | R309-550-6(6)(b), R309-540-6(2) | The open end of the air
relief vent pipe from automatic valves shall be provided with a #14 mesh, non-
corrodible screen. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of
notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
76C End of air relief piping terminates at least 6 inches above floor
SIG | 25pts | PU | PS11 | R309-550-6(6)(b), R309-540-6(2) | Rule requires that an air
release valve discharge line terminate a minimum of 6 inches above the floor.
C
77 Pump station properly secured
MIN | 15pts | PU | PS33 | R309-540-5(1)(a)(v) | The pump station is protected to
prevent vandalism and entrance by animals or unauthorized persons.
C
78 Is this facility Active or Inactive?A
79 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
80 Operating Period (Start Date)01/01
81 Operating Period (Ending Date)12/31
82 What is the objective of the treatment process and how do you know it is working?
(e.g., surface water treatment, disinfection, arsenic removal, TDS removal etc.)
swtp
83 Walk me through the different process steps of your treatment plant. What is the
purpose of each step? Show me how you determine you are meeting your Treatment
Requirements.
upflow clarifier and filter for G and C credit,
cl2 disinfection for V
84 What Chemicals are used? Why?sumalchlor, magnafloc, (coagulation), gas
chlorine (disinfection), permaganate (taste
and odor)
85 How is the chemical dose adjusted with flow and water quality? Prompts: What flow
rate is used for the adjustment (influent, effluent, CFE)? What water quality
parameters would make you change dose rate?
Can change dose with flow rates, rarely
changes
86 Does influent flow rate vary?Y
86A If yes, why does influent flow rate vary?Demand, but rarely changes
86B If yes, does chemical dose rate adjust to remain compliant at different flow conditions?Yes
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87 Process control testing is consistent with the specific treatment process
MIN | 15pts | TR | TGR9 | R309-105-7, 8 & 18, R309-100 through 605 | Trigger for
regulatory followup to address concerns.
C
88 There is a means to accurately measure the quantities of chemicals used.
SIG | 25pts | TR | TD99 | R309-525-11(7)(d)(iv) | Provisions shall be made for
measuring the quantities of chemicals used. This significant deficiency must be
corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by
DDW.
C
89 Treatment plant properly secured to protect the quality of the treated water, R309-520-
7(2)(f)
SIG | 25pts | SM | A050 | R309-400-11 | If the water system does not comply with the
directive, the Director may assess 25 to 200 points to the water system. Points shall
be assessed based upon the severity of the non-compliance, the threat to public
health and the underlying basis for the original directive.
C
90 Are liquid chemicals used? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)Y
90A Proper cross-connection control is provided on the service water lines that feed the
solution tanks
SIG | 50pts | TR | TG53 | R309-525-11(9)(b)(i) | Rule requires cross connection control
to be provided to assure that the make-up waterlines discharging to solution tanks
shall be properly protected from backflow as required by the Utah Plumbing Code.
This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a
compliance action plan approved by DDW.
C
90B There are adequate spill containment provisions for acid and caustic liquids.
MIN | 15pts | TR | TG59 | R309-525-11(6)(a)(iv)(B), R309-525-11(8)(b)(viii) | Rule
requires liquid chemical storage tanks to have an overflow and receiving basin or drain
capable of receiving accidental spills or overflows, and meeting all the requirements of
R309-525-23.
C
90C If there is a day tank, the bulk tank and day tanks have separate screened vents.
MIN | 15pts | TR | TG60 | R309-525-11(8)(b)(vi) | Rule requires acid storage tanks to
be vented to the outside atmosphere, but not through vents in common with day tanks.
C
90D Solution tanks and tank refilling line entry points are properly labeled to identify the
chemicals or liquids
MIN | 15pts | TR | TG03 | R309-525-11(8)(c)(vii) | Rule requires tanks to be properly
labeled to designate the chemical contained.
C (Notes: Labels are now on chemical
tanks)
90E No direct connections exist between a sewer and drain or overflow from the feeder,
solution chamber, or tank.
SIG | 50pts | DS | M020 | R309-105-12(1) | Rule states that a water supplier shall not
allow a connection to his system which may jeopardize its quality and integrity. Cross
connections are not allowed unless controlled by an approved and properly operating
backflow prevention assembly. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120
days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
90F Chemical storage tank access opening properly covered?
MIN | 15pts | TR | TGR9 | R309-105-7, 8 & 18, R309-100 through 605 | Trigger for
regulatory followup to address concerns.
C
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91 Treatment chemicals meet ANSI/NSF 60.
SIG | 50pts | TR | TD90 | R309-525-11(5), R309-520-6(2) | All chemicals added to
drinking water, including chlorine, chloramines and chemicals used to generate
hypochlorite solutions and chlorine dioxide, shall be certified as complying with
ANSI/NSF Standard 60. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days
of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
92 Are all chemical feeders properly verified for accuracy?
SIG | 25pts | TR | TG21 | R309-525-11(7)(a)(i) | Feeders shall supply, at all times, the
necessary amounts of chemicals at an accurately controlled rate, throughout the
anticipated range of feed. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120
days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
93 Spare parts are available for all chemical feeders
MIN | 15pts | TR | TX09 | R309-525-11(7)(b)(i) and (ii) | R308-525-11(8)(b)(i) states
that a means consistent with the nature of the chemical solution shall be provided in a
solution tank to maintain a uniform strength of solution. Continuous agitation shall be
provided to maintain slurries in suspension. 2 dem
C
94 Incompatible chemicals stored separately
SIG | 25pts | TR | TG19 | R309-525-11(7)(a)(iv) | Rule prohibits chemicals that are
incompatible from being fed, stored, or handled together. This significant deficiency
must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan
approved by DDW.
C
95 Daily operating records reflect chemical dosages and total quantities used
SIG | 25pts | MR | TG20 | R309-105-14(3)(a) | Rule requires all water system using
chemical addition or specialized equipment for the treatment of drinking water to
regularly complete operational reports. This significant deficiency must be corrected
within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
96 Raw water compliance samples are collected before any treatment. R309-215-4(4)
SIG | 25pts | TR | T006 | R309-525-15(10)(a)(i) | R309-525-15(10)(a)(i)
Y
96A If yes, was location shown?Yes
97 Where are finished water quality monitoring samples collected?From sample tap that dumps into the
backwash pond, comes from the storage
tank above the treatment plant
98 Does water system have a DEQ/DWQ (UPDES permit) discharge permit for the
proper disposal of treatment plant waste to land or water?
MIN | 15pts | SM | TGR3 | R309-105-6 | R309-105-6
C
99 Which parameters are watched when running treatment plant?Flow and turbidity
100 What type of alarm system is used?SCADA
101 Does treatment plant have a SCADA system?Y

101A Can operators respond to all alarms in a normal day, or do they have to silence
legitimate alarms?
This plant does not have a call system
currently

101B How are alarm set points adjusted and how are changes recorded?Program records
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102 Proper lab equipment on site to support required operations & maintenance of the
plant?
SIG | 25pts | TR | T019 | R309-525-17(1) | Sufficient laboratory equipment shall be
provided to assure proper operation and monitoring of the water plant. This significant
deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action
plan approved by DDW.
C
103 Pre- and post-chlorination systems for surface water plants shall be independent to
prevent siphoning of raw or partially treated water into the clear well.
SIG | 50pts | TR | TG35 | R309-520-7(1)(h), R309-525-11(9)(a) and (b) | Pre- and
post-chlorination systems must be independent to prevent possible siphoning of
partially treated water into the clear well. This significant deficiency must be corrected
within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
NA (Notes: Only post chlorine)
104 For a surface water plant serving more than 3,300 persons, chlorine residual of water
entering the distribution system shall be continuously measured.
SIG | 25pts | TR | T021 | R309-100 - R309-600 | All instrumentation needed to verify
that treatment processes are sufficient shall be properly calibrated and maintained. At
a minimum, this shall include turbidimeters. This significant deficiency must be
corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by
DDW.
NA (Notes: Not over 3,300)
105 Walk me through the different process steps of your treatment plant. What is the
purpose of each step? Show me how treatment requirements for Giardia, Virus and
Cryptosporidium removal/inactivation determine are determined?
See treatment general section
106 Is a gas chlorination facility located inside of a water treatment plant with multiple
processes and operating areas? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)
Y

106A Openings between the gas chlorine room and the treatment plant are sealed and the
chlorine area is separate from plant operating areas.
SIG | 25pts | TR | TD18 | R309-520-7(2)(d)(iv) | For gas a chlorinator housed at a
water treatment plant, the rule requires all openings between the chlorine room and
the remainder of the plant to be sealed.
C

106B Doors open outward and have panic bars.
SIG | 25pts | TR | TD95 | R309-520-7(2)(g)(iii) | Rule requires outward-opening doors
equipped with panic bars to allow rapid exit at gas chlorination rooms housed in water
treatment plants.
C

106C A floor drain in the chlorine operation area discharges outside of the building and is
not connected to internal or external drain systems in the plant.
SIG | 25pts | TR | TD96 | R309-520-7(2)(g)(iv) | Rule requires floor drains to discharge
to the outside of the building and not be connected to other internal or external drain
systems for gas chlorination rooms housed at water treatment plants.
C

106D There is a shatter-resistant inspection window to observe the chlorine room.
SIG | 25pts | TR | TD56 | R309-520-7(2)(g)(i) | Rule requires a chlorine room at a
water treatment plant to have a shatter resistant inspection window installed in an
interior wall preferably located so that an operator may read the weighing scales
without entering the chlorine room.
C
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106E Chlorine room ventilation is separate from the treatment plant ventilation where one-
ton cylinders are used.
SIG | 25pts | TR | TD18 | R309-520-7(2)(d)(iv) | For gas a chlorinator housed at a
water treatment plant, the rule requires all openings between the chlorine room and
the remainder of the plant to be sealed.
C
107 Do you treat recycled water?N
108 Are finished water storage (clearwell and/or backwash tank) access openings
present? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)
N
109 Primary disinfection to complete surface water treatment requirements is achieved
prior to the first connection at peak flow conditions
SIG | 25pts | TR | T096 | R309-525-16(b) and (b)(i) | R309-525-16(b) and (b)(i)
C
110 Disinfection compliance monitoring location demonstrates adequate CT has been
achieved
SIG | 25pts | TR | T099 | R309-215 | R309-215
C
111 Is this facility Active or Inactive?A
112 Is system required to provide primary disinfection? Prompt - If system knows they are
required to chlorinate based on water quality issues and/or knows they are required to
provide a minimum CT then follow-up by DDW is needed.
Y

112A If yes, no new connections have been added prior to approved first connection that
would change the disinfection CT calculation.
SIG | 50pts | TR | TD26 | R309-505-7(2), R309-520-4 and 6(4) | Point of application of
disinfectants shall be at a location that will achieve the required disinfection CT prior to
the first service connection. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120
days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
113 When chlorination is required, disinfection has operated uninterrupted during the past
year while supplying drinking water.
SIG | 50pts | TR | TD25 | R309-520-6 | Rule requires continuous disinfection of
groundwater sources that do not consistently meet bacteriological quality standards,
all surface water sources, and groundwater sources under the direct influence of
surface water. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of
notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
114 Chlorine (gas & hypochlorite solution, tablets, granules, ) and chemicals used to
generate chlorine solutions and chlorine dioxide meet ANSI/NSF 60.
SIG | 50pts | TR | TD90 | R309-525-11(5), R309-520-6(2) | All chemicals added to
drinking water, including chlorine, chloramines and chemicals used to generate
hypochlorite solutions and chlorine dioxide, shall be certified as complying with
ANSI/NSF Standard 60. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days
of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
115 If chemical dilution or dissolution is needed, cross-connection control is provided on
water lines feeding solution tanks.
SIG | 50pts | TR | TX07 | R309-525-11(2)(c), R309-525-11(9)(b)(i) to (iv) | Cross
connection control shall be provided on make-up water lines feeding solution tanks.
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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116 Water flow rate is measured to control chemical feed?
SIG | 25pts | TR | TD79 | R309-525-11(7)(d)(ii) and (iii), R309-525-11(7)(a)(i) |
Chemical feed rates shall be proportional to flows and a means to measure water flow
rate shall be provided. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of
notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
117 Solution tanks and tank refilling line entry points are properly labeled to identify the
chemicals
MIN | 15pts | TR | TG03 | R309-525-11(8)(c)(vii) | Rule requires tanks to be properly
labeled to designate the chemical contained.
C (Notes: These are now labeled.)
118 Free chlorine residual test equipment on-site or available?
MIN | 15pts | TR | TD78 | R309-520-7(1)(j) | Rule requires chlorine residual test
equipment available capable of measuring residuals to the nearest 0.1 mg/l in the
range below 0.5 mg/l, to the nearest 0.3 mg/l between 0.5 mg/l and 1.0 mg/l and to the
nearest 0.5 mg/l above 1.0 mg/l.
C
119 Spare parts are available to replace parts subject to wear and breakage
MIN | 15pts | TR | TD75 | Standard Method 334.0 Determination of Residual Chlorine
in Drinking Water Using an Online Chlorine Analyzer. [EPA 815-B-09-013 September
2009 11.1.1.2 Page 13] | Spare parts shall be provided and maintained for all
chlorinators to repair parts subject to wear and breakage.
C
120 Is chlorine chemical dose rate adjusted due to different water demand flow rates
and/or changing water quality?
Y

120A If yes, which water flow rate is used? e.g. influent flow, effluent flow, filter flow.Filter Flow
121 Is there a designated chlorine Point of Entry (POE) sample location?
MIN | 15pts | TR | TGR9 | R309-105-7, 8 & 18, R309-100 through 605 | Trigger for
regulatory followup to address concerns.
C
122 POE is before first connection/customer?
SIG | 25pts | TR | T028 | R309-215 | R309-215 & R309-520-6(4)(d)
C
123 Chlorine residual records are maintained and available... if yes answer following
SIG | 25pts | TR | T028 | R309-215 | R309-215 & R309-520-6(4)(d)
Y (Notes: Reviewed all of these at the
beginning of survey in the CVSSD building)

123A System is sampling distribution residuals throughout entire distribution system
MIN | 15pts | TR | TGR9 | R309-105-7, 8 & 18, R309-100 through 605 | Trigger for
regulatory followup to address concerns.
C

123B Distribution chlorine residuals meet minimum concentration requirement
SIG | 25pts | TR | T028 | R309-215 | R309-215 & R309-520-6(4)(d)
C

123C "What is the maximum free chlorine residual measure? This value never exceeds 4.0
mg/L? "
MIN | 15pts | TR | TGR9 | R309-105-7, 8 & 18, R309-100 through 605 | Trigger for
regulatory followup to address concerns.
C

123D System collects at least three distribution chlorine residual samples a week?
MIN | 15pts | TR | TGR9 | R309-105-7, 8 & 18, R309-100 through 605 | Trigger for
regulatory followup to address concerns.
C
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123E System is sampling distribution residuals in accordance with monitoring schedule
MIN | 15pts | TR | TGR9 | R309-105-7, 8 & 18, R309-100 through 605 | Trigger for
regulatory followup to address concerns.
C
124 Treatment plant properly secured to protect the quality of the treated water. R309-520-
7(2)(f)
SIG | 25pts | SM | A050 | R309-400-11 | If the water system does not comply with the
directive, the Director may assess 25 to 200 points to the water system. Points shall
be assessed based upon the severity of the non-compliance, the threat to public
health and the underlying basis for the original directive.
C
125 Daily operating records reflect chemical dosages and total quantities used
SIG | 25pts | MR | TG20 | R309-105-14(3)(a) | Rule requires all water system using
chemical addition or specialized equipment for the treatment of drinking water to
regularly complete operational reports. This significant deficiency must be corrected
within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
126 Is this facility Active or Inactive?A
127 If disinfection is required, standby chlorination equipment of sufficient capacity is
available to replace the largest unit.
SIG | 25pts | TR | TD22 | R309-520-7(1)(k)(ii) | Where chlorination is required for
disinfection of the water supply, the rule requires standby equipment of sufficient
capacity to be available to replace the largest unit in the event of its failure. This
significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a
corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
128 Is the chlorinator room heated and has the ability to be protected from excessive heat?
MIN | 15pts | TR | TD08 | R309-520-7(1)(l) | Rule requires chlorinator buildings to be
heated, lighted, and ventilated as necessary to assure proper operation of the
equipment and safety of the operators.
C
129 If continuous disinfection is needed, automatic switch over of chlorine cylinders is
provided.
MIN | 15pts | TR | TD01 | R309-520-7(2)(a), R309-520-6(1) | Rule requires automatic
switch over of chlorine cylinders be provided if continuous disinfection is required.
C
130 Exhaust fan takes suction near the floor as far as practical from the door and air inlet,
and discharges outside away from air inlets.
MIN | 15pts | TR | TD09 | R309-520-7(2)(d)(iii) | Rule requires a chlorine room exhaust
fan to take suction inside the chlorine room near the floor, as far as practical from the
door and air inlet, and discharge air outside of the building away from air inlets.
C
131 Air inlets are located near the ceiling and fitted with louvers.
MIN | 15pts | TR | TD10 | R309-520-7(2)(d)(iv) | Rule requires chlorine room air inlets
to be through wall louvers near the ceiling.
C
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132 Chlorine vent line discharges outside and above grade and is screened with #14 mesh
screen.
SIG | 25pts | TR | TD13 | R309-520-7(2)(e) | Rule requires the chlorine vent line to
discharge outside, above grade, at a point least susceptible to vandalism, and to have
the end covered with a #14 mesh non-corrodible screen. This significant deficiency
must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan
approved by DDW.
C
133 Separate switches for chlorine room fans and lights are located near the entrance to
the room (or are located outside the chlorine room if housed in a water treatment
plant).
MIN | 15pts | TR | TD12 | R309-520-7(2)(d)(v) | Rule requires separate switches for
the chlorine room fans and lights to be located near the entrance to the room and to
be protected from vandalism. The switches are required to be located outside the
chlorine room if housed in a water treatment plant.
C
134 Chlorine cylinder is restrained in position to prevent upset.
SIG | 25pts | TR | TD15 | R309-520-7(2)(h) | Rule requires chlorine cylinders to be
restrained in position to prevent upset. This significant deficiency must be corrected
within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
135 Chlorine cylinder is not stored in direct sunlight or exposed to excessive heat.
SIG | 25pts | TR | TD17 | R309-520-7(2)(f)(ii) | Rule prohibits chlorine cylinders from
being stored in direct sunlight or exposed to excessive heat. This significant deficiency
must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan
approved by DDW.
C
136 Weight scale is provided for weighing chlorine gas cylinders/containers.
SIG | 25pts | TR | TD02 | R309-520-7(2)(i) | Rule requires scales to be provided for
determining chlorine cylinder weight. This significant deficiency must be corrected
within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
137 Is the chlorine cylinder 150 pounds in capacity? ... if yes, answer the following
question(s)
Y

137A Leak response/repair plan available
MIN | 15pts | TR | TGR9 | R309-105-7, 8 & 18, R309-100 through 605 | Trigger for
regulatory followup to address concerns.
C

137B Bottle of ammonium hydroxide (56 % ammonia solution) is available for chlorine leak
detection
MIN | 15pts | TR | TD14 | R309-520-7(2)(l)(i) | Rule requires a bottle of ammonium
hydroxide (56% ammonia solution) to be available for leak detection.
C

137C Immediate access to NIOSH respirator available
SIG | 25pts | TR | TD04 | R309-520-7(2)(k)(ii) | Where 150 pound chlorine cylinders
are used, a respirator recommended the National Institute of Occupational Safety and
Health must be available. This significant deficiency must be corrected within 120 days
of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
138 Is the chlorine cylinder 1 ton in capacity? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)N
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139 Is the (daily) scale weight or volume data recorded? Explain where in the comments...
SIG | 25pts | TR | TD02 | R309-520-7(2)(i) | Rule requires scales to be provided for
determining chlorine cylinder weight. This significant deficiency must be corrected
within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
140 Primary coagulant used at all times the plant is in operation Y
141 What primary coagulant is being used?P (Notes: Sumalchlor)
142 Is a coagulant aid or filter aid being added?Y
143 Is there a means to determine coagulant dosage?
MIN | 15pts | TR | T083 | R309-525-11(2)(a) and (d) | R309-525-11(2)(a) and (d)
C
144 There is a standard operating procedure (SOP) available for adjusting flocculator
speed.
N (Notes: Only upflow clarifier, not a
separate floc sed basin)
145 Does the flocculation process produce visible floc?
MIN | 15pts | TR | T082 | R309-525-12(2)(g) | The flocculation unit shall be capable of
producing a visible, settleable flow.
C
146 Instrumentation and controls for the process are operational, and in service
SIG | 25pts | TR | T021 | R309-100 - R309-600 | All instrumentation needed to verify
that treatment processes are sufficient shall be properly calibrated and maintained. At
a minimum, this shall include turbidimeters. This significant deficiency must be
corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by
DDW.
C
147 Is turbidity monitoring required? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)Y

147A How often is the turbidity meter calibrated?Monthly

147B How often is the flow of turbidity meter verified?Monthly

147C Is continuous turbidity monitoring in operation.
SIG | 50pts | TR | T005 | R309-525-15(4)(b)(vi), R309-525-15(4)(c)(vii) | Each dual
media and tri-media filter must be provided with equipment which shall continuously
monitor turbidity in the filtered water. This significant deficiency must be corrected
within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by DDW.
C
148 What is the maximum filtration rate throughout the year (in gpm/sf)?5
149 What criteria are used to determine when a filter backwash is needed?T (Notes: Filters are backwashed everyday)
150 What criteria are used to determine filtration is functioning properly? (PSI, Turbidity,
Headloss, Flow rate, water quality parameter)
Mainly effluent turbidity
151 Criteria is used to determine filter loading rate meets the manufacturers
recommendations? R309-525-15(2) Explain in comments...
MIN | 15pts | TR | TGR9 | R309-105-7, 8 & 18, R309-100 through 605 | Trigger for
regulatory followup to address concerns.
C
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152 What criteria are used to determine if filter media needs to be replaced?Garrets checks depth of anthracite every fall
and replenishes when needed
153 Is backwash flow rate verified to determine it meets minimum requirements?
MIN | 15pts | TR | T076 | R309-525-15(7) | Rule requires that backwash systems be
designed and operated to
provide for adequate backwash with minimum media loss.
C
154 If system filters by Direct Filtration, the plant is configured to shut down automatically
when a source water exceeds 20 NTU for longer than 3 hours, or when the source
water turbidity exceeds 30 NTU at any time? R309-530-5(3)(g)
SIG | 25pts | TR | T021 | R309-100 - R309-600 | All instrumentation needed to verify
that treatment processes are sufficient shall be properly calibrated and maintained. At
a minimum, this shall include turbidimeters. This significant deficiency must be
corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action plan approved by
DDW.
C (Notes: The SCADA is coded as such as
well.)
155 Are the filters equipped with surface wash or air scour to enhance backwash?Y (Notes: Surface Wash)
156 Filter media is evaluated to verify it meets the manufacturer's specifications for depth
and effective media size?
SIG | 25pts | TR | T033 | R309-525-15(4) | R309-525-15(4)
D (Notes: Needs Sieve analysis)
157 What is the depth of media required for this filtration system? Explain in comments...
MIN | 15pts | TR | TGR9 | R309-105-7, 8 & 18, R309-100 through 605 | Trigger for
regulatory followup to address concerns.
C (Notes: Garret Checks the depth of
anthracite every fall after the secondary
irrigation is turned off.)
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