N.H. Code Admin. R. Env-Wq 402.39

Current through Register No. 25, June 20, 2024

Section Env-Wq 402.39 - Holding Tank Registration Applications

(a) Any person having or wishing to install a holding tank to receive flow from floor drains or other conduits in areas where regulated substances are used or stored shall apply to the department for a holding tank registration.

(b) The department shall register only holding tanks which receive non-domestic, non-hazardous wastewater.

(c) The owner of the facility whose floor drains are or will be connected to the holding tank shall register the holding tank by submitting the following information in writing to the department on or with a form obtained from the department:

(1) The name, physical address, and property tax map and lot number of the facility;

(2) The name, mailing address, and daytime telephone number of the owner of the facility, if other than the applicant, and if the facility owner is other than an individual, the name and daytime telephone number of a contact person for the facility owner and, if available, an e-mail address and fax number for the contact person;

(3) The name mailing address, and daytime telephone number of the property owner, if other than facility owner, and if the property owner is other than an individual, the name and daytime telephone number of a contact person for the property owner and, if available, an e-mail address and fax number for the contact person;

(4) An original or color photocopy of a USGS map, 7-1/2 minute series, which clearly identifies the facility location;

(5) A site plan depicting the location of the building and the location of the holding tank and associated structures;

(6) A description of the anticipated characteristics including analytical results, if available, and volume of wastewater to be discharged to the holding tank;

(7) A plan which includes frequency of disposal, method of transport, and location of ultimate disposal of the wastewater and residual solids;

(8) A complete description of the facility and type of wastes or wastewater handled at the facility; and

(9) Design plans that meet the following requirements:

a. The minimum holding tank capacity shall be 1,000 gallons;

b. Holding tanks and piping shall be watertight and sealed with materials compatible with the liquid or other material being stored;

c. Access shall be provided to each compartment of the tank for inspection and cleaning by means of a removable cover or manhole, the minimum diameter of which shall be 20 inches;

d. Manholes shall extend to finished grade;

e. The entire tank shall be designed for the expected maximum structural load, with ballast provided to prevent structural damage when the tank is emptied; and

f. An alarm with both visual and audio signals shall be activated once the water level reaches 80% of the maximum storage capacity.

N.H. Code Admin. R. Env-Wq 402.39

Derived From Volume XXXVI Number 10, Filed March 10, 2016, Proposed by #11036, Effective 3/1/2016, Expires 3/1/2026.