DDW-2024-012537

Utah Department Of Environmental Quality
Division Of Drinking Water Sanitary Survey
Sanitary Survey
General System Information
Site Visit Date Surveyor Name
10/15/2024 Danielle Zebelean
SORREL RIVER RANCH
WATER
PWS ID: UTAH10033 Rating: Approved 08/19/2020 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: Matthew
*Last Name: Chambers
*Organization:
*Address: Redacted
*City: Moab
*State: UT
*Zip: 84535
*Email:
[e-mail]
*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: SORREL RIVER RANCH
WATER ATTN: MATHEW CHAMBERS
*Address: mm 17, UT-128
*City: MOAB
*State: UT
*Zip: 84535
*Email:
[e-mail]
*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: Sorrel River Ranch Water,
Attn: Matthew Chambers
*Address: MM 17, UT-128
*City: Moab
*State: UT
*Zip: 84535
*Email:
[e-mail]
*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: MATTHEW
*Last Name: CHAMBERS
*Organization:
*Address: MM 17, UT-128
*City: MOAB
*State: UT
*Zip: 84535
*Email:
[e-mail]
*Phone: [phone]
5 Does the system serve a Residential population?Y
5A Population - Residential 80
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.)
Y
6A Population - Transient 180
6B Operating Period (Start Date) - Transient 01/01
6C Operating Period (End Date) - Transient 12/31
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:24
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Site Visit Info
Management and Operations
10 Commercial Connections:14
11 Industrial Connections:0
12 Agricultural Connections:0
13 Date of Survey (First Day of Field Work)10/15/2024
14 Date of Survey (Last Day of Field Work) ** this should match the Date of Survey in the
header **
10/15/2024
15 Date final report sent to system (questionnaire, deficiency report and capacity
spreadsheet)
10/23/2024
16 Water system representative present during the survey:Matt Chambers
17 How much time was spent to prepare survey documents prior to field survey? (Round
up to nearest quarter hour)
2
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)
4
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)
11
20 How much time did it take to finish the Survey Report? (Round up to nearest quarter
hour)
2
21 Did you survey multiple water systems in one trip? ... if yes, answer the following
question(s)
N
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 (Notes: Hook up for a portable generator
that can run one of the filters.)
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.
D (Notes: Three facilities are in service
without operating permits: CT Tank, CT
Booster Pump, and the Water Softener.)
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: Not more than 100 connections,
plus they have a WTP)
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 serving over 3,300 people)
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
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.
D (Notes: Needs a cross connection
administrator)
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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)
N
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General Disinfection
ST001 - 15000 GALLON NORTH TANK - CLEARWELL - Active
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
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)
N
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 Is this facility Active or Inactive?A
54 Storage tank capacity in gallons (from SDWIS; if different explain why in the
comments)
5665
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55 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
56 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
57 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
58 Are air vents present? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)Y
58A 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
58B 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
58C 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
58D Vent 6-inch diameter and larger protected with additional heavy-gauge screen or
substantial covering.
MIN | 5pts | FW | V035 | R309-545-15(5) | Rule requires vents that are 6-inch diameter
or greater to be fitted with additional heavy gauge screen or substantial covering,
which will protect the No. 14 mesh screen against vandalism or damage.
C
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59 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
59A 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
59B 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
59C 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.
D (Notes: Gasket is not sufficient)
60 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
61 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
62 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
63 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
64 Are there cracks in the walls or roof of the storage tank? (if yes, select only one of the
following options)
N
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ST002 - 15000 GALLON SOUTH TANK - Active
65 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 (Notes: Shares an overflow with ST002)
65A 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
65B 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
65C 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
66 Are the drain line and overflow combined?Y
67 Is this facility Active or Inactive?A
68 Storage tank capacity in gallons (from SDWIS; if different explain why in the
comments)
15000
69 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
70 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
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71 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
72 Are air vents present? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)Y
72A 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
72B 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
72C 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
72D 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
73 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
73A 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
73B 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
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73C 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.
D (Notes: Gasket not sufficient)
74 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
75 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
76 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
77 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
78 Are there cracks in the walls or roof of the storage tank? (if yes, select only one of the
following options)
N
79 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
79A 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
79B 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
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ST003 - CT CLEARWELL TANK - Active
79C 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
80 Are the drain line and overflow combined?Y
81 Is this facility Active or Inactive?A
82 Storage tank capacity in gallons (from SDWIS; if different explain why in the
comments)
9000
83 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
84 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
85 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
86 Are air vents present? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)Y
86A 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
86B 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
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86C 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
86D 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
87 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
87A 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
87B 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
87C 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.
D (Notes: Missing Gasket)
88 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
89 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
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PF001 - CT BOOSTER STATION -- Pump Stations - Active
90 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
91 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
92 Are there cracks in the walls or roof of the storage tank? (if yes, select only one of the
following options)
N
93 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.
N (Notes: Needs an exception that was not
included in the PA)
94 Are the drain line and overflow combined?Y
95 Is this facility Active or Inactive?A
96 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
97 Pump Type (Centrifugal, Hand pump, Jet, Positive Displacement, Screw, Submersible,
Vertical turbine)
Centrifugal
98 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.
NA (Notes: Does not pressurize distribution)
99 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
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PF002 - WTP FINISHED WATER PUMP -- Pump Stations - Active
100 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
101 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
102 Does the pumping facility have an air relief valve located on the discharge piping? ... if
yes, answer the following question(s)
N
103 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
104 Is this facility Active or Inactive?A
105 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
106 Pump Type (Centrifugal, Hand pump, Jet, Positive Displacement, Screw, Submersible,
Vertical turbine)
Centrifugal
107 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.
NA (Notes: Does not pressurize distribution
system)
108 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
109 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
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TP001 - SORREL RANCH WTP -- Treatment General - Active
110 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
111 Does the pumping facility have an air relief valve located on the discharge piping? ... if
yes, answer the following question(s)
N
112 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
113 Is this facility Active or Inactive?A
114 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
115 Operating Period (Start Date)01/01
116 Operating Period (Ending Date)12/31
117 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.)
Surface Water Treatment
118 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.
Conventional Filters for C and G, chlorine
for V
119 What Chemicals are used? Why?Sumaclear, filter aid, and liquid Cl2
120 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?
All dosing pumps are flow paced
121 Does influent flow rate vary?Y

121A If yes, why does influent flow rate vary?Based on demand

121B If yes, does chemical dose rate adjust to remain compliant at different flow conditions?Yes
122 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
123 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 (Notes: All chemical containers used to
dose have liquid level measurements that
are recorded daily.)
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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 Are liquid chemicals used? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)Y

125A 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

125B 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.
D (Notes: Missing secondary containment
for chemicals)

125C 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.
NA (Notes: Not separate day and bulk
tanks)

125D 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

125E 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

125F 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
126 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
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TP002 - SORREL WATER SOFTENER -- Treatment General - Active
127 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
128 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
129 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
130 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.
D (Notes: Need to be able to prove that they
can know the dose of the chemicals.)
131 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

131A If yes, was location shown?Can grab samples out of the wet well prior
to the filters
132 Where are finished water quality monitoring samples collected?Off the smooth nose sample tap after the CT
Booster Pump
133 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
134 Which parameters are watched when running treatment plant?Flow, turbidity, and cl2 residual
135 What type of alarm system is used?SCADA
136 Does treatment plant have a SCADA system?Y

136A Can operators respond to all alarms in a normal day, or do they have to silence
legitimate alarms?
yes

136B How are alarm set points adjusted and how are changes recorded?recorded in the SCADA program
137 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
138 Is this facility Active or Inactive?A
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139 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
140 Operating Period (Start Date)01/01
141 Operating Period (Ending Date)12/31
142 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.)
Water softening
143 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.
No aesthetic complaints
144 What Chemicals are used? Why?Salt for the brine regeneration
145 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?
no chemicals are dosed to the water with
this treatment.
146 Does influent flow rate vary?Y

146A If yes, why does influent flow rate vary?Demand.

146B If yes, does chemical dose rate adjust to remain compliant at different flow conditions?N/A since IX does not actively dose
chemicals
147 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
148 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.
NA (Notes: No chemicals are dosed with IX)
149 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
150 Are liquid chemicals used? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)N
151 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
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TP001 - SORREL RANCH WTP -- Treatment General
152 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.
NA (Notes: No chemical feeders)
153 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
NA (Notes: no chemical feeders)
154 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
155 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.
NA (Notes: No chemical dosing with this
treatment technique)
156 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

156A If yes, was location shown?Can be collected after the CT finish pump
157 Where are finished water quality monitoring samples collected?From the connection taps although there is
nothing to sample after IX
158 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
NA (Notes: Does not need a UPDES)
159 Which parameters are watched when running treatment plant?Amount of water treated
160 What type of alarm system is used?SCADA
161 Does treatment plant have a SCADA system?Y

161A Can operators respond to all alarms in a normal day, or do they have to silence
legitimate alarms?
Same as TP001

161B How are alarm set points adjusted and how are changes recorded?Same as TP001
162 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.
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TP001 - SORREL RANCH WTP -- Treatment - Chlorination General - Active
163 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 chlorination)
164 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: POE is continuously analyzed
but does not exceed the 3300 threshhold)
165 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?
Conventional for G and C, Cl2 for V
166 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)
N
167 Do you treat recycled water?N
168 Are finished water storage (clearwell and/or backwash tank) access openings
present? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)
N
169 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
170 Disinfection compliance monitoring location demonstrates adequate CT has been
achieved
SIG | 25pts | TR | T099 | R309-215 | R309-215
C
171 Is this facility Active or Inactive?A
172 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

172A 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
173 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.
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174 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
175 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.
NA (Notes: No dilution required)
176 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
177 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
178 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
179 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
180 Is chlorine chemical dose rate adjusted due to different water demand flow rates
and/or changing water quality?
Y

180A If yes, which water flow rate is used? e.g. influent flow, effluent flow, filter flow.Flow measured before filters
181 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
182 POE is before first connection/customer?
SIG | 25pts | TR | T028 | R309-215 | R309-215 & R309-520-6(4)(d)
C
183 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
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TP001 - SORREL RANCH WTP -- Liquid Hypochlorination - Active

183A 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

183B Distribution chlorine residuals meet minimum concentration requirement
SIG | 25pts | TR | T028 | R309-215 | R309-215 & R309-520-6(4)(d)
C

183C "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

183D 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

183E 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
184 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
185 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 (Notes: Already has overall points for not
knowing chemical dosing)
186 Is this facility Active or Inactive?A
187 Operational means provided to avoid injection of significantly decayed hypochlorite,
such as solution strength testing and delivery records
MIN | 5pts | TR | TD68 | R309-520-7(3)(b) | Rule requires the water system to provide
an operational means, such as keeping records of the delivery date of the hypochlorite
solution, to avoid the injection of significantly decayed hypochlorite solutions.
C
188 Solution tank is covered to minimize corrosive vapors
MIN | 5pts | TR | TD64 | R309-525-11(8)(b)(iii) | Chemical solutions shall be kept
covered.
C
189 Where concentrated hypochlorite solutions (5% or greater) are handled in containers
LARGER than 55 gallons: emergency eyewash station and a safety shower present
SIG | 25pts | TR | TD66 | R309-520-7(3)(a)(i) | Where hypochlorite solutions are used
at remote locations or in quantities of 55 gallons or less on site, safety showers are not
required and alternative emergency eyewash may be provided. This significant
deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action
plan approved by DDW.
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TP001 - SORREL RANCH WTP -- Coagulation
TP001 - SORREL RANCH WTP -- Flocculation
TP001 - SORREL RANCH WTP -- Filtration - General
190 Where concentrated hypochlorite solutions are handled in containers of 55 gallons or
LESS: some method of emergency eyewash provided (a full eyewash station and
shower is not required)
SIG | 25pts | TR | TD66 | R309-520-7(3)(a)(i) | Where hypochlorite solutions are used
at remote locations or in quantities of 55 gallons or less on site, safety showers are not
required and alternative emergency eyewash may be provided. This significant
deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a corrective action
plan approved by DDW.
NA (Notes: Already has full shower)
191 Hypochlorite solution storage area is protected from excessive heat and direct sunlight
MIN | 5pts | TR | TD67 | R309-520-7(3)(a)(ii) | States Storage and injection areas shall
be designed to minimize the decay in strength of concentrated hypochlorite solutions
from excessive heat or direct sunlight.
C
192 Records are kept to minimize the use of decayed hypochlorite solution
MIN | 5pts | TR | TD68 | R309-520-7(3)(b) | Rule requires the water system to provide
an operational means, such as keeping records of the delivery date of the hypochlorite
solution, to avoid the injection of significantly decayed hypochlorite solutions.
C
193 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 (Notes: Already has points for lacking spill
containment around all the chemicals)
194 Primary coagulant used at all times the plant is in operation Y
195 What primary coagulant is being used?P (Notes: Sumaclear)
196 Is a coagulant aid or filter aid being added?Y
197 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 (Notes: Already has points for not
knowing dosing overall)
198 There is a standard operating procedure (SOP) available for adjusting flocculator
speed.
N (Notes: Does not have a mechanical
flocculator. just a static rapid mix prior to
going through the package plant.)
199 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
200 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
201 Is turbidity monitoring required? ... if yes, answer the following question(s)Y
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TP001 - SORREL RANCH WTP -- Filtration - Multi-Media (Rapid Sand)
TP002 - SORREL WATER SOFTENER -- Ion Exchange

201A How often is the turbidity meter calibrated?Monthly

201B How often is the flow of turbidity meter verified?Monthly

201C 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
202 What is the maximum filtration rate throughout the year (in gpm/sf)?6
203 What criteria are used to determine when a filter backwash is needed?T (Notes: Currently operating off of time,
also the plant has a kill switch for turbidity)
204 What criteria are used to determine filtration is functioning properly? (PSI, Turbidity,
Headloss, Flow rate, water quality parameter)
turbidity mainly
205 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
206 What criteria are used to determine if filter media needs to be replaced?Currently unknown, will be performing dpeth
and seive analysis
207 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
208 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.
NA (Notes: Not a direct filtration plant)
209 Are the filters equipped with surface wash or air scour to enhance backwash?N
210 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: Need a sieve analysis)
211 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.
D (Notes: Need to check the depth of the
anthracite)
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212 Salt used for the brine solution is certified to meet the ANSI/NSF 60 standard
SIG | 25pts | TR | T080 | R309-525-11(5), R309-525-25(1), R309-535-11(5)(d) | Rule
requires that all chemicals added to water being treated for use in a public water
system for human consumption comply with ANSI/NSF Standard 60. This significant
deficiency must be corrected within 120 days of notification or have a compliance
action plan approved by DDW.
C
213 Make-up water inlet is protected from back-siphonage
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
214 Overflows are protected with corrosion resistant screens and terminate with a down
turned discharge with at least 6 inches of clearance from the floor
SIG | 50pts | TR | TX08 | R309-525-11(8)(b)(v), R309-525-11(9)(b)(iii) | R309-525-
11(9)(b) For an ion exchange facility where the overflow discharge piping is not
protected with a corrosion resistant screen or is not terminated with a downturned
bend with adequate clearance to prevent cross connection 10 points shall be assess
D (Notes: Missing a screen on the overflow
from the brine tank)
215 There is a brine measuring tank or a means of metering proper dilution
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
216 Does media type require regeneration or periodic replacement?Y

216A If yes, what criteria is used to determine when to regenerate or replace the media?Amount of water treated through the IX
tanks

216B If yes, what is the time interval between media regeneration/replacement?Based on flow of water flowed.
217 Operational differential pressure is monitored and recorded?
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
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