Utah Admin. Code R309-545-8
(1) Flood Elevation.
The bottom of a ground-level or buried drinking water storage tank shall be located at least 3 feet above the 100-year flood level or the highest known maximum flood elevation, whichever is higher.
(2) Ground Water.
When the bottom of a drinking water storage tank will be placed below the normal ground surface, it shall be placed above the local ground water table.
(3) Covered Roof.
When the roof of a drinking water storage tank will be covered by earth, the roof shall be sloped to drain toward the outside edge of the tank.
KEY: drinking water, storage tanks, access, overflow and drains
Date of Last Change: November 10, 2014
Notice of Continuation: February 10, 2025
Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 19-4-104