NAC445A.67175. Separation of lines: Sewer service lateral crossing water main or water service lateral.

     1. If a sewer service lateral crosses a water main or water service lateral, the sewer service lateral must be located:

     (a) At least 12 inches lower than the water main or water service lateral, as measured vertically from the exterior walls of the pipes; or

     (b) If compliance with paragraph (a) is impracticable, in such a manner as is authorized by the Division.

     2. If a water main or water service lateral is in place at the time a sewer service lateral is constructed and must be relocated to comply with this section, the relocation must be performed:

     (a) With the approval of and in accordance with the procedures and standards of the supplier of water; or

     (b) If compliance with paragraph (a) is impracticable, in such a manner as is authorized by the Division.

     (Added to NAC by Bd. of Health, eff. 2-20-97; A by Environmental Comm’n by R194-08, 10-27-2009)