Utah Admin. Code 309-545-8

Current through Bulletin No. 2024-21, November 1, 2024
Section R309-545-8 - Tank Elevation and Burial
(1) Flood Elevation.

The bottom of a ground-level or buried drinking water storage tank shall be located at least 3 feet above the 100-year flood level or the highest known maximum flood elevation, whichever is higher.

(2) Ground Water.

When the bottom of a drinking water storage tank will be placed below the normal ground surface, it shall be placed above the local ground water table.

(3) Covered Roof.

When the roof of a drinking water storage tank will be covered by earth, the roof shall be sloped to drain toward the outside edge of the tank.

Utah Admin. Code R309-545-8

Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2014-23, effective 11/10/2014