Section 80. Water supplies

A. The water supply, storage reservoirs and distribution system shall be approved by the Health Commissioner.

B. An adequate supply of safe, sanitary, potable water capable of supplying a total capacity of at least 50 gallons per campsite per day if privies are used, and at least 100 gallons per campsite per day if water-flushed toilets are used, shall be provided at one or more easily accessible locations within the camping area. Adequate water storage facilities shall be provided to meet the demands for water during periods of peak use by the campers.

C. All water storage reservoirs shall be covered, watertight and constructed of impervious material. Overflows and vents of such reservoirs shall be effectively screened. Manholes shall be constructed with over-lapping covers so as to prevent the entrance of contaminating material. Reservoir overflow pipes shall discharge through an acceptable air gap.

D. All cross connections, between approved and nonapproved water supply systems are prohibited, and the supply shall be protected against the hazards of backflow or back siphonage.

E. Drinking fountains and water coolers, if provided, shall be of an approved type. Common drinking cups, glasses, or vessels are prohibited.

F. Unsafe wells or springs in the camp area shall be eliminated or made inaccessible.

G. All ice provided shall be from an approved source. All ice shall be handled and stored in such a manner as to prevent contamination. Ice-making machines shall be of approved construction.

H. Portable water tanks or watering stations shall not be approved, except in emergencies, and then such tanks, stations and dispensing shall be approved by the Health Commissioner.

I. The area surrounding a pump or hydrant used for a water supply shall be maintained in a properly drained and sanitary condition, to prevent the accumulation of standing water or the creation of muddy conditions.

J. The connection for potable water piped to individual campsites shall be so installed that it will not be damaged by the parking of camping vehicles.

K. If installed above the ground, the riser shall terminate at least four inches above the ground surface. If installed in a pit, the riser shall terminate at least 12 inches above the floor of the pit, and the pit shall be drained to prevent it from containing standing water. The drain for the pit shall not be connected to a sanitary sewerage system.

L. If a water connection and a sewer connection are provided at individual campsites, the two connections shall be separated by a minimum horizontal distance of five feet.

M. Adequate provisions shall be made to prevent the freezing of service lines, valves and riser pipes.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR355-35-04 § 1, eff. July 21, 1971.

Statutory Authority

§§ 35.1-11 and 35.1-17 of the Code of Virginia.