- (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.