Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 391 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Chapter 391-3 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Subject 391-3-5 - RULES FOR SAFE DRINKING WATER
Rule 391-3-5-.11 - Storage Tanks
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 20, 2024
(1) Tank Requirements. All storage tanks must be provided with a permanent cover, screened vents and openings, overflow piping and means of draining.
(2) Interior Paint. The paint used for the interior of a storage tank must be approved by the Division.
(3) Approval for Repairs. Repairs and renovations to existing storage tanks that may affect the quality of the drinking water must receive approval from the Division prior to starting such work. Upon completion of such work the storage tank must be disinfected according to Rule 391-3-5-.12.
(4) Contamination Prevention. It is the owner's responsibility to maintain the storage tank or tanks to prevent contamination of the drinking water by infiltration or other means.
(5) Buried Tanks. Buried or semi-buried storage tanks must have the ground surface sloping away from the facility.
(6) Pressure Tanks. Hydropneumatic pressure tanks must be provided with devices for maintaining the air-water volume at the designed water level and working pressures.
(7) Pre-Service Requirements. All new storage tanks must be cleaned, tested for leakage, and must be disinfected according to Rule 391-3-5-.12.
Ga. L. 1977, p. 351, et seq., O.C.G.A. Sec. 12-5-170 et seq., as amended.
