15A NCAC 18C .1003      DISINFECTION OF STORAGE TANKS AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

(a)  Water distribution systems, including storage tanks and water mains, after flushing to remove sediment and other foreign matter, and after testing for leaks, shall be disinfected in accordance with ANSI/AWWA Standard C652-11; "Disinfection of Water Storage Facilities" or in accordance with ANSI/AWWA C651-14; "Disinfection of Water Mains." Copies may be obtained for public inspection as set forth in Rule .0503 of this Subchapter.

(b)  After disinfection, water storage or distribution facilities shall not be placed into service until bacteriological test results of representative water samples analyzed by a certified laboratory are found to be satisfactory.

(c)  Records demonstrating compliance with ANSI/AWWA Standards C652-11 or ANSI/AWWA Standard 651-14 shall be available for three years for inspection by the Department.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 130A-315; 130A-317; P.L. 93-523;

Eff. January 1, 1977;

Readopted Eff. December 5, 1977;

Amended Eff. January 1, 1978;

Readopted Eff. July 1, 2019.