R309-400-6. Physical Facilities

  All points assessed to public water systems via this subsection are based upon violation of R309-500 through R309-705 unless otherwise noted. These points shall be assessed and updated upon notification of the Director and shall remain until the violation or deficiency no longer exists.

  (1) New Source Approval:

  (a) Use of an unapproved source shall be assessed 200 points.

  (2) Surface Water Diversion Structures and Impoundments:

  (a) For each surface water intake structure that does not allow for withdrawal of water from more than one level if quality significantly varies with depth, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-515-5(5)(a).

  (b) Where diversion facilities are not capable of keeping large quantities of fish or debris from entering the intake, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-515-5(5)(e).

  (c) Where impoundment reservoirs have not had brush and trees removed to the high water level, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-515-5(6)(a).

  (d) Where reservoir watershed management has not provided adequate precautions to limit nutrient loading, 10 points shall be assessed. R309-515-5(6)(d).

  (3) Well Sources

  (a) For each well that is not equipped with a sanitary seal, or has any unsealed opening into the well casing, 50 points shall be assessed. R309-515-6(6)(i).

  (b) For each well that does not utilize food grade mineral oil for pump lubrication, 25 points shall be assessed. R309-515-8(2).

  (c) For each well casing that does not terminate at least 12 inches above the well house floor, 18 inches above the final ground surface, or shows evidence of being subject to flooding, 20 points shall be assessed. R309-515-6(6)(b)(vi) and R309-515-6(13)(a) and (d).

  (d) For each well fitted with a pitless adaptor that does not maintain a water tight seal throughout, 50 points shall be assessed. R309-515-6(12)(c)(x).

  (e) For each wellhead that is not properly secured to protect the quality of the well water, 20 points shall be assessed. R309-515-6(13)(f).

  (f) For each well that is equipped with a pump to waste line that does not discharge with a minimum of 12-inch clearance to the flood rim, 20 points shall be assessed. R309-515-6(12)(d)(ix).

  (g) For each well that is equipped with a pump to waste line without a downturned discharge end covered with a No. 4 mesh screen, 5 points shall be assessed. R309-515-6(12)(d)(ix).

  (h) For each well that is equipped with a pump to waste line that discharges to a receptacle without local authorization, 2 points shall be assessed.

  (i) For each well that does not have a means to permit periodic measurement of water levels, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-515-6(12)(e)(i) and (ii).

  (j) For each well casing vent that is not covered with a No. 14 or finer mesh screen, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-515-6(12)(d)(iii) and R309-550-6(6)(b).

  (k) For each well casing vent that is not downturned, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-515-6(12)(d)(iii) and R309-550-6(6)(b). Also Division of Water Rights Rule R655-4-11.7.11.

  (l) For each well casing vent that does not have adequate clearance to prevent the contaminants from entering the well, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-515-6(12)(d)(iii) and R309-550-6(6)(b).

  (m) For each well (excluding the naturally flowing wells) that has discharge piping that is not equipped with 1) a smooth nosed sampling tap 2) check valve 3) pressure gauge 4) means of measuring flow, and 5) shut-off valve, 1 point shall be assessed for each component not present. R309-515-6(12)(d)(iv).

  (n) For each well that pumps directly into a distribution system and does not have a means to release trapped air from the discharge piping (for example, release air through an air release vacuum relief valve, through a pump to waste line or pumps directly to a tank), 5 points shall be assessed. R309-515-6(12)(d)(v).

  (o) For each well house that is not at least 6 inches above the final ground level, is not sloped to drain, or shows evidence of being subject to flooding, 5 points shall be assessed. R309-515-6(13)(b).

  (p) For each well that has a cross connection present in the discharge piping, 20 points shall be assessed. R309-105-12(1) and R309-515-6(12)(d)(iii).

  (q) For each well with an air vacuum relief valve on the well discharge piping that is not screened, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-515-6(12)(d)(v).

  (r) For each well with an air vacuum relief valve on the well discharge piping that is not downturned, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-515-6(12)(d)(v).

  (s) For each well with an air vacuum relief valve on the well discharging piping that does not have a 6-inch clearance to prevent contaminants from entering the piping, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-515-6(12)(d)(v).

  (t) For each well that has rotating and electrical equipment that is not provided with protective guards, 2 points shall be assessed.

  (4) Spring Sources:

  (a) For each spring source that allows surface water to stand or pond upon the spring collection area (within 50 feet from collection devices), 10 or 20 points shall be assessed. The number of points shall be based upon the size and extent of the ponding; the possible source (rainfall or incomplete collection); or the presence of moss or other indicators of long term presence of standing water. R309-515-7 (7)(i).

  (b) For each spring area that does not have a minimum of ten feet of relative impervious soil or an acceptable alternate design with liner, or the spring collection area shows evidence of damaged liner or impervious soil cover, 10 points shall be assessed. R309-515-7(7)(a) and (b).

  (c) For each spring area that has deep-rooted vegetation within the fenced collection area, 10 points shall be assessed. R309-515-7(7)(f).

  (d) For each spring area that has deep rooted vegetation interfering with the spring collection, 10 points shall be assessed. R309-515-7(7)(f).

  (e) For each spring with a spring collection/junction box that does not have a proper shoebox lid, 5 points shall be assessed. R309-515-7(7)(d) and R309-545-14(2).

  (f) For each spring with a spring collection/junction box that does not have a proper gasket on the lid, 5 points shall be assessed. R309-515-7(7)(d) and R309-545-14(2).

  (g) For each spring with a spring collection/junction box that lacks an adequate air vent, 5 points shall be assessed. R309-515-7(7)(d) and R309-545-15.

  (h) For each spring with a spring collection/junction box with a vent that is not screened with No. 14 mesh screen, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-515-7(7)(d) and R309-545-15.

  (i) For each spring with a spring collection/junction box with a vent that is not down-turned or inverted, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-515-7(7)(d) and R309-545-15(1).

  (j) For each spring with a spring collection/junction box with a vent that does not have sufficient clearance to prevent ice blockage, or is not at least 24 inches above the earthen cover, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-515-7(7)(d) and R309-545-15(2).

  (k) For each spring with a spring collection/junction box that lacks a raised access entry, at least 4 inches above the spring box or 18 inches above the earthen cover, 5 points shall be assessed. R309-515-7(7)(d) and R309-545-14(1).

  (l) For each spring with a spring collection/junction box that is not secured against unauthorized access, 20 points shall be assessed. R309-515-7(7)(d) and R309-545-14(3).

  (m) For each spring collection area without a proper fence, 10 points shall be assessed. R309-515-7(7)(e).

  (n) For each spring collection area that does not have a diversion channel, or berm capable of diverting surface water away from the collection area, 5 points shall be assessed. R309-515-7(7)(g).

  (o) For each spring system that does not have a permanent flow measuring device, 5 points shall be assessed. R309-515-7(7)(h).

  (p) For each spring area with an overflowor a combined overflow/drain discharge that is not screened with a No. 4 mesh screen, 5 points shall be assessed. R309-515-7(7)(d) and R309-545-13.

  (q) For each spring collection/junction box overflow that does not have a freefall of 12 to 24 inches between the bottom of the discharge pipe and the surrounding ground, 5 points shall be assessed. R309-515-7(7)(d) and R309-545-13.

  (r) For each spring collection/junction box that has any unsealed opening(s) resulting in public health risk, 50 points shall be assessed. R309-515-7(7)(d) and R309-545-9(1).

  (5) Pump Stations.

  (a) For a pumping facility that does not have a standard pressure gauge on the discharge line, 1 point shall be assessed. R309-540-5(6)(c)(i).

  (b) For a pumping facility building without adequate drainage or showing evidence of flooding, 5 points shall be assessed. R309-540-5(2)(a)(v) and (vi).

  (c) For a pumping facility where the discharge line from the air release valve is not screened with number 14 non-corrodible mesh screen, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-540-5(6)(b)(ii) and R309-550-6(6)(b).

  (d) For an air release valve located within a building, if the discharge line terminates less than six inches above the floor, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-515-6(12)(d)(v) and R309-540-5(6)(b)(ii).

  (e) For an air release valve located in a chamber, if the air release valve discharge piping terminates less than 12 inches above grade, or less than one foot above the top of the pipe where the chamber is not subject to flooding, 10 points shall be assessed. R309-540-5(6)(b)(ii) and R309-550-6(6)(b).

  (f) For a pumping facility where the discharge line from the air release valve is not down-turned, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-540-5(6)(b)(ii) and R309-550-6(6)(b).

  (g) For a pumping facility where there is inadequate heating, lighting or ventilation, 5 points shall be assessed. R309-540-5(2)(e), (f) and (g).

  (h) For a pumping facility where there are cross connections present, 20 points shall be assessed. R309-105-12(1).

  (i) For an inline booster pumping facility designed to provide pressure directly to the distribution system, which does not have at least two pumping units such that with any one pump out of service the remaining pump or pumps are capable of meeting the peak day demand of the specific portion of the system served, 20 points shall be assessed. R309-540-5(4)(b).

  (j) For a pumping facility which does not have protective guards on rotating and electrical equipment, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-525-21.

  (k) For a pumping facility which is not secured against unauthorized access shall be assessed, 5 points. R309-540-5(1)(a)(v).

  (6) Hydropneumatic pressure tanks.

  (a) For diaphragm or air tanks located below ground without adequate provisions for drainage, maintenance and flood protection, 10 points shall be assessed. R309-540-6(2).

  (b) For a pressure tank with a pump cycle that cycles more frequently than once every 4 minutes, 5 points shall be assessed. R309-540-6(5).

  (7) Storage:

  (a) A water system with uncovered finished water storage shall immediately be assessed a rating of not approved, 200 points shall be assessed. R309-545-9(1) and (2).

  (b) For each storage tank roof showing evidence of water ponding with deterioration, 10 points shall be assessed. R309.545-9(4).

  (c) For each storage tank that does not have an access to the interior for cleaning and maintenance, 9 points shall be assessed. R309-545-14.

  (d) For each storage tank access that does not have a shoebox type lid with a minimum of a 2-inch overlap, 3 points shall be assessed. R309-545-14(2).

  (e) For each storage tank access that lacks a proper gasket between the lid and frame, 3 points shall be assessed. R309-545-14(2).

  (f) For each storage tank access that lacks a minimum rise of 4 inches above the tank roof or a minimum of 18 inches above an earthen cover, 3 points shall be assessed. R309-545-14(1).

  (g) For each storage tank that is not vented, 6 points shall be assessed. R309-545-15.

  (h) For each finished water storage tank vent that is not downturned or covered from rain and dust, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-545-15(1).

  (i) For each storage tank vent that does not terminate a minimum of 24 inches above the surface of the storage tank roof if the tank is a buried structure, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-545-15(2).

  (j) For each storage tank vent that is not screened with number 14 non-corrodible mesh screen, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-545-15(4).

  (k) For each storage tank that lacks an overflow, 15 points shall be assessed. R309-545-13.

  (l) For each storage tank overflow that does not terminated 12 to 24 inches above the ground, 5 points shall be assessed.R309-545-13.

  (m) For each storage tank overflow that is not screened with number 4 non-corrodible mesh screen, 5 points shall be assessed. R309-545-13(3).

  (n) For each storage tank overflow that is connected to a sewer system without an adequate air gap, 5 points shall be assessed. R309-545-13(5).

  (o) For each storage tank with a drain that does not discharge through a physical airgap of at least 2 pipe diameters, 5 points shall be assessed. R309-545-10(1).

  (p) For each storage tank with inadequate or improper means of site drainage or showing evidence of standing surface water within 50 feet of the tank, 5 points shall be assessed. R309-545-7(4).

  (q) For each storage tank with any unsealed roof or wall penetrations, 50 points shall be assessed. R309-545-9(2).

  (r) For each storage tank where the roof and sidewalls show signs of deterioration, 10 to 50 points shall be assessed based upon the size and number of cracks, the loss of structural integrity, and the access of contamination to the drinking water. R309-545-9(1).

  (s) For each storage tank without a safe access (such as ladders for tanks in excess of 20 feet, ladder guards, or railings) or safely located entrance hatches, 2 points shall be assessed. R309-545-19(1), (2) and (3).

  (t) For each storage tank with internal coatings not in compliance with ANSI/NSF standard 61, 30 points shall be assessed. R309-545-11.

  (u) For a storage facility that is not secured against unauthorized access, 20 points shall be assessed. R309-545-14(3).

  (8) Distribution System:

  (a) A water system that fails to provide the minimum water pressures as required in R309-105-9 at all times and at all locations within the distribution system, 50 points shall be assessed. R309-105-9 and R309-550-5(1).

  (b) A water system using pipe and materials not meeting the ANSI/NSF 61 standard shall be assessed 30 points. R309-550-6.

  (c) A water system with pipelines installed without adequate separation distance from the sanitary sewer lines shall be assessed 30 points. R309-550-7.

  (d) A new water system constructed after January 1, 2007 or an existing water system modification without adequate pressure as defined in R309-105-9(2) shall be assessed 50 points.

  (e) A water system which has a distribution line that crosses under a surface water body without adequate protection as outlined in R309-550-8(8)(b) shall be assessed 50 points.

  (f) A water system which has distribution system flushing devices, blow-offs or air relief valves, which are directly connected to a sewer or do not have a proper air gap, shall be assessed 20 points. R309-550-6 and R309-550-9.

  (g) For a water system that does not properly follow the AWWA disinfection standards 10 points shall be assessed. R309-550-8(10).

  (h) For a water system that is required by the local fire authority to provide fire protection or has fire hydrants connected with water mains less than 8 inches in diameter, 5 points shall be assessed. These points will only be assessed for water mains installed after 1995. R309-550-5(4) and (5).

  (i) For each air relief valve vent piping, which is not screened with a No. 14 mesh and downturned, 10 points shall be assessed. R309-550-6(6)(b).

  (j) For an air release valve located in a chamber, if the air release valve discharge piping terminates less than 12 inches above grade or less than one foot above the top of the pipe where the chamber is not subject to flooding, 10 points shall be assessed. R309-550-6(6)(b).

  (k) For each air relief valve located in a chamber without a drain or adequate sump, or showing evidence of being subject to flooding, 30 points shall be assessed. R309-550-7.

  (l) For each air vacuum release valve chamber that is flooded at the time of inspection, 50 points shall be assessed.

  (m) For an unprotected cross-connection in the distribution system as required in R309-550-9, 50 points shall be assessed.

  (9) Quantity requirements

  (a) A water system without sufficient source capacity to meet peak day and average yearly flow requirements, from 10 to 50 points shall be assessed. The number of points shall be based upon the severity of the shortage, including the number of times and duration of water outages or low pressure. R309-510-7.

  (b) A water system without sufficient storage capacity to meet average day demand, plus the required fire suppression volume if applicable, 10 to 50 points shall be assessed. The number of points shall be based upon the severity of the shortage including the number of times and duration of water outages. R309-510-8.