Ala. Admin. Code r. 770-X-8-.10

Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 1, October 31, 2024

Section 770-X-8-.10 - Operation Of "Dead Ends"

(1) "Dead Ends" in the distribution mains should be avoided as far as possible. If such "dead ends" exist, they shall be flushed not less than each ninety (90) days, or more if conditions require. To ensure compliance with this requirement, all "dead ends" or mains of four (4) inches in size or larger shall be equipped with hydrants or blowoff valves. Records shall be kept of all flushing of mains showing the date, place, and duration of flushing.

Effective January 1968. Amended October 1988. Filed with LRS February 5, 2013. Filed for Codification in the Alabama Administrative Code by the Alabama Public Service Commission on February 5, 2013, pursuant to Code of Ala. 1975, § 41-22-7.

Author: Alabama Public Service Commission

Statutory Authority:Code of Ala. 1975, §§ 37-1-32, 37-1-38, 37-1-52, 37-1-82, 37-4-1.