Hawaii Administrative Rules
Title 10 - DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS
Chapter 4.1 - MANAGEMENT OF WATER SYSTEMS
Subchapter 2 - HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS PUBLIC WATER SYSTEMS
Section 10-4.1-33 - Conservation and emergency measures

Universal Citation: HI Admin Rules 10-4.1-33

Current through February, 2024

(a) Whenever, in the department's opinion, special conservation measures are advisable to forestall water shortage or an emergency, the department may restrict the use of water by any means or method of control. The department shall also have the right to limit the quantity of water taken from any of its facilities. In determining the priorities in restricting the use of water, the health and safety of the public shall be given first consideration over other uses.

(b) When the department's water supply usage exceeds the rate of resupply, the commission may declare a water shortage or emergency and further restrict the use of water by any means or method of control.

(c) The department shall notify consumers of emergency conditions by written communication through mailing, electronic posting, or the newspaper, or combination thereof.

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