Nevada Administrative Code
Chapter 445A - Water Controls
PUBLIC WATER SYSTEMS
Design, Construction, Operation and Maintenance
Section 445A.6701 - Pumping facilities: Booster pumps
Universal Citation: NV Admin Code 445A.6701
Current through September 16, 2024
Booster pumps must be located or controlled in such a manner that:
1. Except for pumping stations which draft from storage tanks, the intake pressure is at least 30 psi when the pump is in operation during peak hour demand.
2. If necessary, a bypass is available for use.
3. A device for automatic control prevents excessive cycling.
4. If a booster pump provides water directly to an individual building:
(a) The supplier of
water is able to demonstrate that the pump will not jeopardize the sanitary
quality of the public water system.
(b) The pump will not reduce the water
pressure in the distribution main to less than 40 psi.
(c) A double check valve assembly is
installed at the meter or service line.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Health, eff. 2-20-97
NRS 445A.860
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