Section 445A.67125 - Distribution system: Materials1. Except as otherwise provided in subsections 2 and 3, the pipes, fittings, fixtures and valves of a distribution system, and any fire hydrants connected to a public water system, must:(a) For public water systems in Carson City, Fallon, Reno, Sparks, Yerington, Douglas County, Lander County, Lyon County, Nye County or Washoe County, comply with Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction, also known as the "Orange Book," and the American Water Works Association Standards, as adopted by reference in NAC 445A.6663.(b) For public water systems in Boulder City, Henderson, North Las Vegas, the Big Bend Water District or the Las Vegas Valley Water District, comply with Uniform Design and Construction Standards for Potable Water Distribution Systems and the American Water Works Association Standards, as adopted by reference in NAC 445A.6663.(c) For public water systems in other areas of the State, comply with the American Water Works Association Standards, as adopted by reference in NAC 445A.6663.2. The choice of materials for a distribution system must be based on the properties of the soil and water. In areas where:(a) The water is corrosive, metallic pipe must not be used; and(b) The groundwater or soil is contaminated with volatile or synthetic organic chemicals, plastic and gaskets must not be used.3. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, any pipes, fittings, fixtures, solder or flux used in the installation or repair of a public water system must be lead-free. A gate valve which is 2 inches in diameter or larger, a service saddle or a fire hydrant is not required to be lead-free if the: (a) Federal Act authorizes a gate valve, service saddle or fire hydrant, as applicable, to contain lead; and(b) The amount of lead in the gate valve, service saddle or fire hydrant, as applicable, does not exceed the maximum amount permissible pursuant to the Federal Act.Nev. Admin. Code § 445A.67125
Added to NAC by Bd. of Health, eff. 2-20-97; A by R118-14, eff. 12/22/2014