Oklahoma Administrative Code (Last Updated: March 11, 2021) |
TITLE 252. Department of Environmental Quality |
Chapter 690. Water Quality Standards Implementation |
Subchapter 5. Groundwater Protection |
SECTION 252:690-5-12. Water pollution facility construction
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- Non-industrial wastewater collection systems and treatment works must meet the requirements listed in OAC 252:656 to protect groundwater quality including the following:(1) Lagoons. Lagoon standards including liners, seals, siting restrictions, and separation from groundwater must be maintained.(2) Sludge holding facilities. Sludge holding facilities must meet requirements for soil barriers, and temporary storage limits.(3) Collection systems. Collection systems must be properly constructed, operated and maintained.(4) Land application systems. Slow rate application of wastewater is required along with proper treatment, loading rates, adequate absorption, buffer zones, and siting restrictions.