1. (a) Unless the PWS has adopted formal rules to the contrary, the service line and service meter policy shall be as follows:

   1. (1) The owner of a PWS shall be responsible for the service line from the water main to the curb stop;
   2. (2) The service customer shall be responsible for the service line from the curb stop to the customer’s premises; and
   3. (3) The owner of a PWS shall be responsible for any required service meters.

2. (b) The owner of a PWS shall select, size, install, and maintain all required water meters in accordance with:

   1. (1) The specifications of the manufacturer; and
   2. (2) The procedures and protocols described in “Manual of Water Supply Practices, Water Meters – Selection, Installation, Testing, and Maintenance,” document identification number AWWA M6, American Water Works Association, 2012, available as noted in Appendix C.

Source. (See Revision Note at part heading for Env-Dw 504) #10465, eff 12-2-13; ss by #14006, eff 6-25-24