Rules and Regulations

Water and wastewater treatment facilities, reclaimed water facilities and reuse water systems are primarily governed by the following rules and regulations:

Maricopa County

• Maricopa County Environmental Health Code - Chapters I, II, IV and V

State of Arizona

• Arizona Administrative Code:
  • AAC Title 12, Chapter 15 - Department of Water Resources
  • AAC Title 18, Chapter 4 - Safe Drinking Water
  • AAC Title 18, Chapter 5 - Environmental Reviews and Certification
  • AAC Title 18, Chapter 9 - Water Pollution Control
  • AAC Title 18, Chapter 11 - Water Quality Standards

Federal

• EPA, Safe Drinking Water Act

Additional rules and regulations not listed above may govern the design and operation of these facilities and systems.