[Ord. 2002-07, 5/9/2002, § I]
The purpose of this Part is to promote and protect the general
health and welfare of the residents of Franklin Township by conserving
the supply of underground waters and preventing the pollution thereof
and to insure and protect the quantity, quality and suitability of
water supplies and to secure and maintain the minimum required isolation
distances between water supplies and sewage disposal systems or other
sources of contamination.
[Ord. 2002-07, 5/9/2002, § II]
This Part shall apply to all wells to be drilled, or which are
not in operation or in operable condition at the time of passage of
this Part. This Part shall further apply to the reconstruction, major
repair and other changes to existing wells. This Part shall not require
permits for wells to serve single-family dwellings already drilled
at the time of passage of this Part which are not yet in operation,
and operable wells on properties that are vacated while being sold
unless such wells are reconstructed or changed in a manner that would
otherwise require a permit. This Part is intended to compliment existing
regulations in effect through the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental
Protection and the Chester County Health Department.
[Ord. 2002-07, 5/9/2002, § III]
A water impact study shall be required for all subdivisions
consisting of more than three lots and for each land development which
will draw in excess of 1,000 gallons of water per day.
[Ord. 2002-07, 5/9/2002, § IV]
The water impact study shall be prepared under the responsible
direction of a Pennsylvania licensed geologist qualified to conduct
groundwater investigations in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The
purpose of the study will be to determine whether there is an adequate
supply of water for the proposed use and to estimate the impact of
the additional water withdrawals on existing nearby wells underlying
aquifers and streams. Any proposed water system or on-lot water supply
for a subdivision creating more than three lots, or land development
drawing in excess of 1,000 gallons of water per day which cannot demonstrate
through a water impact study conducted in accordance with the provisions
hereof that an adequate water supply will be available for the subdivision
or land development proposed or which, when provided, will adversely
impact nearby wells or streams, shall not be approved by the Township
and shall be cause for denial of the subdivision or land development
application.
[Ord. 2002-07, 5/9/2002, § V]
1.
General Requirements. The water impact study ("study") shall be signed
and sealed by the person(s) preparing the study and shall include
the following information:
B.
The study shall contain calculations of the projected water needs
using the criteria set forth in the following references:
(1)
Public Water Supply Manual, Bureau of Water Quality Management
Publication No. 15 by the DEP, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, as amended.
(2)
Guide for Determination of Required Fire Flow, by the Insurance
Services Office (ISO), as amended.
(3)
American Water Works Association, Standards and Manuals for
the American Water Works Association, Denver, Colorado, as amended.
C.
The study shall include a geologic map of the area within a one-mile
radius of the site. The map shall be at a minimum scale one inch equals
400 feet.
D.
The study shall also supply the following information in a format
approved by the Township:
(1)
The location of all faults, lineaments and fracture traces within
1/2 mile of the well site, regardless of whether the area is within
the municipal boundary of Franklin Township.
(2)
The locations of all existing and proposed wells within 1/2
mile of the well site, and all large withdrawal wells (over 10,000
gpd) within one mile of the well site.
(3)
The location of all existing and proposed on-lot septic systems
and sewer lines within 1/2 mile of the well site.
(4)
The location of all streams, perennial and intermittent, within
1/2 mile of the well site.
(5)
Consideration of water impact studies prepared by other developers
in the Township of adjoining townships determined to be relevant by
the Township.
E.
The text of the study shall contain pertinent data, analysis and
methods used to arrive at the study's conclusions. Appendixes shall
contain raw and summary data.
F.
All figures and maps contained within the study shall have complete
legends, titles, and scales.
G.
All numerical parameters within the study shall be presented with
appropriate units, and all data shall be referenced by source, date,
location and time, where appropriate. Further, all computer codes
shall include detailed, plain language, discussion and basis of the
code including an expanded example of the code itself.
H.
Relevant maps shall be supplied with the study identifying the information
set forth above.
I.
The study shall include a discussion of the aquifers underlying the
site and their long-term drought recharge capability based on accepted
published data or detailed site-specific investigations.
J.
Based on the drought recharge capability of the underlying aquifer
and the calculated daily groundwater withdrawals of the project, a
hydrologic budget shall be calculated for the site property itself,
and for the area within 1/2 mile of the well site.
K.
Based on the results of the hydrologic budget, a determination shall
be made on whether or not the potential exists for adverse affects
on the hydrologic environment caused by the project.
L.
The study shall include a brief statement of the qualifications of
the person(s) preparing the study.
M.
For each well that is constructed:
(1)
An accurate geologic log should be constructed during the drilling
of the well giving a detailed description of the type and thickness
of rocks encountered. Additionally, the log should contain information
on the depth and thickness of all water bearing zones encountered
and the yield from each zone. Yield from the well must be measured
using a quantitative method.
(2)
A pumping test of not less than 72 hours duration shall be conducted
at a rate of not less than 150% of the intended long-term withdrawal
from the well. This rate must be determined by a step test and approved
by the Township before the start of the pumping test. The seventy-two-hour
test shall be conducted at a constant pumping rate that should not
deviate greater than +/-5% during the test. Notice of all pumping
tests shall be given to the Township at least 72 hours before commencing
the pumping test.
N.
In order to determine the impact of the project well on existing
wells, a representative sample of existing wells, evenly spaced around
the pumping well, shall be monitored for changes in water level. The
number and location of monitoring wells shall be subject to approval
by the Township before conducting a step test. Sufficient well monitoring
shall be performed to allow for the construction of hydrographs showing
a continuous record of well levels before, during and after the pumping
test.
O.
A means of accurately measuring the well discharge shall be provided
subject to approval by the Township.
P.
Well discharge shall be directed away from the site by a method suitable
to the Township and to a point suitable to the Township.
Q.
Records shall be compiled in typewritten form to include the following
information:
(1)
Name of driller and personnel conducting test.
(2)
Description of test well to include horizontal and vertical
dimensions, casing installed and grouting details.
(3)
List of formation samples.
(4)
Static water level for an extended period for the 24 hours immediately
prior to yield testing.
(5)
Hydrograph of depth to water surface during test pumping and
recovery period at the test well showing corresponding pump and discharge
rate in gallons per minute and time readings were taken.
(6)
Log of depth to water surface at existing and monitoring wells
during test pumping period showing time readings were taken.
R.
The study accompanying the test well data shall analyze and interpret
all data regarding impacts on the groundwater supply and existing
wells. The credentials of the individual(s) preparing the report shall
be included.
S.
The submission to the Township shall include any and all applications,
reports or supplemental information submitted to the DEP and/or the
DRBC, Chester County Department of Health.
2.
Water Quality Analysis.
A.
The study shall contain groundwater quality analyses, which shall include all of the parameters required by Subsection 2F of this section. The groundwater quality analyses shall be conducted on a pumped water sample collected just prior to the completion of a pumping test (see Subsection 3, Water Quantity Analysis, herein). Groundwater samples shall be required from each hydrogeologic unit from which a withdrawal is proposed and for every required pumping test.
B.
The study shall contain the data from the above analyses, along with
interpolated (for the site) values, range of values, and drinking
water standard values as set forth in the Federal Safe Drinking Water
Act. All laboratory analyses shall be performed by a Pennsylvania
Department of Environmental Protection certified laboratory and shall
be included in the appendix to the study.
C.
The study shall contain existing water quality data obtained from
nearby, adjacent groundwater sources including data presented in subsequent
monitoring data collected by Franklin Township or from other studies
performed for other developments within the Township or within one
mile of the perimeter of the site.
D.
The study shall indicate the location and design of all on-site sewage
disposal systems.
E.
The study shall describe anticipated water quality impacts to areas
located downgradient and areas located along geologic strike, assuming
conservatively large wastewater loadings of NO3-N at 45 (nitrate nitrogen) mg/l and low natural groundwater recharge
rates equal to a one-year-in-10 frequency, or provide an alternative
recharge rate based on documented, updated information.
F.
In addition, the quality of the water produced by the well shall
be tested to determine compliance with the following maximum contaminant
limits by a water quality laboratory certified by the Department of
Environmental Protection of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to conduct
drinking water analysis:
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Physical Characteristics:
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1.
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Turbidity
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5 units
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2.
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Color
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5 units
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3.
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Threshold odor number
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5 units
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4.
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pH
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6.5 to 8.5
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Chemical Characteristics:
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5.
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Chloride
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250 mg/l
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6.
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Nitrate/Nitrite Nitrogen
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10.0 mg/l
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7.
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Iron
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0.30 mg/l (ppm)
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8.
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Sodium
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20.00 mg/l (ppm)
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9.
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Manganese
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0.05 mg/l (ppm)
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10.
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Copper
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1.00 mg/l (ppm)
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11.
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Hardness
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250.00 mg/l (ppm)
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12.
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Detergent (MGAS)
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0.50 mg/l (ppm)
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13.
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Total dissolved solids
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500 mg/l (ppm)
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14.
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TCE (Trichloroethylene)
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4.5 micrograms/l (ppb)
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15.
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Phenol
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5.00 mg/l (ppm)
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16.
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Benzene
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0.005 mg/l
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17.
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Toluene
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1.00 mg/l
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18.
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Xylenes
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10 mg/l
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19.
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Total radioactivity
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4 pico c/l
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Bacteriological Characteristics:
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Total plate count
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Less than 500 counts per ml
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21.
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CCHD Standard - TOTAL COLIFORM < 1 colony per ml
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22.
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Identify 10 additional G.C. peaks as tentatively identified
compounds.
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3.
Water Quantity Analysis.
A.
The study shall contain a water quantity analysis which shall include
locations and design of proposed wells and wells serving adjacent
land parcels within a one-half-mile distance from the site boundary.
B.
The study shall contain a current water table contour map (feet above
mean sea level) based on available groundwater and surface water monitoring
points. All proposed surveyed developments are required to utilize
for this purpose a minimum of three existing or new groundwater monitoring
points, optimally positioned to allow the determination of groundwater
flow direction. For sites greater than 100 acres, there shall be at
least one monitoring well for each 33 acres, or a fraction thereof,
of the site.
C.
The study shall contain existing geologic and soil maps, updated
with site-specific refinements.
D.
The study shall contain the result of a pumping test 72 hours following
equilibrium, but not more than 120 hours, with the following features:
(1)
The test shall be conducted during a period of no significant
recharge event, unless the influence of recharge can be factored out.
(2)
The test shall include one pumping well (roughly centered on-site)
and at least two observation wells, all completed in the same hydrogeologic
unit with their positions established by survey and distributed at
appropriate distances along and across geologic strike from the pumping
well.
(3)
Analyses shall include all pumping and recovery calculations
of hydraulic conductivity's (directional), specific yield, and specific
capacity, and long-term sustainable well yield (tabulated).
(4)
The test shall be conducted as set forth in the above-referenced
subsections with a pumping rate equal to or greater than the proposed
peak rate of groundwater use.
(5)
One pumping test (done separately and at the same time if there
are two or more separate subdivisions) shall be required for every
30 homes in the proposed subdivision.
E.
The study shall contain a projected piezometric surface contour map
of the proposed pumping scheme, after 60 days without precipitation
recharge. The study shall describe methods, assumptions, and site-specific
hydrogeologic conditions such as anisotropy, boundaries, sloping water
table, and the influence of adjacent withdrawals, that were considered
and used to prepare the piezometric surface contour map.
F.
The study shall include a map illustrating the drawdown effects upon
off-site wells and springs located within a one-half-mile distance
from the site boundary, indicating drawdowns of one foot or more,
occurring during a year with a natural recharge rate of a one-year-in-10
frequency.
G.
The study shall describe the effects of any proposed on-site disposal
system on groundwater recharge, assuming 20% operational and evaporative
losses.
[Ord. 2002-07, 5/9/2002, § VI]
Permits for construction of private water supply wells must
be obtained from Chester County Health Department. Upon application
for the well, a site inspection and engineering approval may be required.
This matter will be determined at the time the application is processed
by the Chester County Health Department.
[Ord. 2002-07, 5/9/2002, § VII]
1.
A water system which does not provide an adequate supply of water
for the proposed use, considering both quality and quantity, adversely
affects nearby wells and streams, or does not provide for adequate
groundwater recharge considering withdrawals, shall not be approved
by the Township.
2.
The adequacy of the water supply shall be determined according to
the standards of this Part.
3.
The adequacy of public water supply shall be determined based upon
the assumption that there are 3 1/2 persons per dwelling unit
using 100 gallons of water per person per day.
4.
Where separate wells are proposed for individual lots, the study
shall demonstrate that each well is likely to provide sufficient (equal
to or greater than four gallons per minute) yield.
[Ord. 2002-07, 5/9/2002, § VIII]
1.
All requirements of the DEP, CCHD and DRBC shall be met and copies
of these reports and applications shall be submitted to the Township
at the same time they are submitted to the various agencies.
2.
All requirements of the Pennsylvania public drinking water code shall
be met: Pennsylvania's Safe Drinking Water Act (35 P.S. § 721.1
et seq.) and regulations at 25 Pa. Code, Chapter 109.
3.
The following Township requirements shall be met: the applicant for
a public water supply well, i.e., any well proposed to service 25
or more persons as stated in the Pennsylvania Safe Drinking Water
Act, must retain a registered professional engineer qualified to practice
in Pennsylvania and competent in the design and construction of wells,
storage facilities and distribution systems. A test well and observation
well(s) will be required for all public water supply wells.
A.
Test Well and Observation Well Construction Procedure.
(1)
The applicant shall have his engineer locate sites suitable
for the test well and observation well. The CCHD and the Township
shall be notified to investigate the sites. If there are any objections
to the proposed sites, the applicant will be so notified. The observation
well shall be located at a distance of 150 feet to 200 feet from the
test well site and in no case shall the observation well be located
at a distance of over 500 feet from the test well site.
(2)
A sanitary survey shall be made by the applicant and shall include
the following:
(a)
Potential for flooding of the wells site.
(b)
Type, number, and location of existing and potential sources
of pollution including, but not limited to, on-site sewage disposal
systems on the site or on adjacent sites.
(c)
Distance from the test well to other existing wells within a
1,000-foot radius of the test well.
(3)
A preliminary conference with the Township and Chester County
Health Department shall be required for all projects which include
new wells. At such a conference, the applicant shall set forth the
water supply problems and the proposed solution in such a manner as
to support his conclusions and recommendations.
(4)
If the Township and CCHD advise that the site is satisfactory,
the applicant shall prepare specifications to suit the type of well
to be constructed. The specifications shall be submitted to the CCHD
and to the Township for review and comment before awarding the contract
for drilling of the test well and observation well.
(5)
When the test well is drilled, it must undergo a pumping test
and the DEP, DRBC, CCHD, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission and
the Township shall be notified at least five working days prior to
commencement of the test. Test periods must end on Monday, Tuesday
or Wednesday to preclude bacteriological analyses terminating over
a weekend when laboratories are closed. The test results must be satisfactory
to the CCHD and to the Township.
(6)
The specifications shall provide for a continuous pumping test
with the well driller on the site. The rate of the pump test must
be determined by a step test and approved by the Township or its consultant.
The pump test shall be for 72 hours minimum after the pump rate and
pumping water level have stabilized.
(7)
The specifications shall require the well driller to keep a
detailed log of the well and should require the collection of samples
at every strata and at least every five feet of the material encountered
throughout the entire depth. Well drilling specimens shall be kept
in proper containers, labeled and turned over to the applicant for
use in the final well design.
(8)
The specifications shall provide for well disinfection and for
the collection and analysis of samples of water from the well in accordance
with the raw water quality test requirements outlined in these regulations.
The disinfection procedure shall be in accordance with AWWA Standard
Specification A100, A1-10 attached.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: Said specifications are on file in the Township
offices.
(9)
Every well shall be tested for well capacity. The test method
to be followed shall be clearly outlined in the applicant's specifications
as approved by the DEP, the county and by the Township. The test pump
should have a maximum capacity at least equal to 150% of the anticipated
quantity of water from the well. The test pump shall operate continuously
until the water level has stabilized. Test data to be recorded shall
include water level drawdown and pumping rate during the entire test.
Concurrent with the pumping test, a continuous water level record
shall be made with an automatic water level recorder installed in
the observation well. Recovery and long-term static water levels shall
be recorded continuously for at least six months, then monthly thereafter
immediately after the conclusion of the pumping test.
(10)
The test shall also include obtaining representative samples
of water for chemical and bacterial analysis upon completion of test
pumping.
(11)
All public adversely affected by a public water supply well
must have the problem mitigated at the cost of the owner of the public
water supply well by either connecting the affected water supply to
public water or restoring the private water supply to the satisfaction
of the Township.
B.
Final Well Design.
(1)
All reports, final plans and specifications shall be submitted
in duplicate to the CCHD with one additional copy to the Township.
Ninety days will be required for processing the application. Documents
submitted by the applicant for approval shall include the following:
(a)
A hydrogeologic report as required by the DEP.
(b)
Application.
(c)
Test well results.
(d)
Detailed construction plans and specifications for the proposed
production well. The report, specifications and front cover or flyleaf
of each set of plans shall bear the signature and imprint of the applicant's
engineer. In addition, each plan submitted shall bear an imprint or
a legible facsimile of such seal.
(2)
The applicant's submittal shall comprise completed copies of
appropriate modules furnished by the CCHD.
(3)
The final plans shall be legible and shall be drawn to a scale
which will permit all necessary information to be correctly shown.
The plans should include topographic maps, general layouts, plan reviews,
elevations, sections and supplementary views which, together with
the specification, provide the information or the contract and construction
of the facility. The topographic map shall include the location of
existing and potential sources of pollution.
(4)
The datum on all plans shall be USGS and the North point shall
be shown on all plans. The plans should also include boundaries of
the water districts and specified areas to be served. Also included
should be topography of the drainage area and site including wells,
springs, streams, dams and reservoirs, the location, dimensions and
elevations of structures and piping, the locations and logs of test
borings and wells and the diameter and depth of the well casing and
liners.
(5)
Complete detailed specifications shall be supplied for the project.
They shall include a program for keeping existing water facilities
in operation while the existing construction program is underway and
provide a safe, potable water at all times.
(6)
All installations and operations shall meet or exceed the relevant
requirements not only of the state, county, and the Township, but
also AWWA Standard A100, latest edition, related to construction technique
and disinfection.
(7)
Analyses shall be made of chemical and bacterial quality just
before the pumping test is terminated. These analyses shall be performed
by laboratories approved by the DEP and the CCHD and in accordance
with "Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater,"
latest edition.
(8)
The chemical analyses shall include all primary and secondary
drinking water standards under the Safe Drinking Water Act, including
all regulated volatile organic compounds, and:
[Ord. 2002-07, 5/9/2002, § IX]
The applicant must comply with the DEP Wellhead Protection Program
as amended and copies of the wellhead protection design shall be submitted
to the Township.
[Ord. 2002-07, 5/9/2002, § X]
No well shall be drilled nor any existing wells used for the
purpose of disposal of domestic or industrial wastes.
[Ord. 2002-07, 5/9/2002, § XI; as amended by A.O.]
The installation and operation of agricultural water wells shall
meet all standards as outlined in the Chester County Health Departments
Rules and Regulations, § 501.14.4, Agricultural Water Supplies.
[Ord. 2002-07, 5/9/2002, § XII; as amended by A.O.]
Geothermal well systems shall meet all standards as outlined
in Chester County Health Departments Rules and Regulations, § 501.14.3.
[Ord. 2002-07, 5/9/2002, § XIII]
1.
When the Township, DEP and/or DRBC declares a water shortage, the
following water uses are declared nonessential and are prohibited
within Franklin Township:
A.
The watering of lawns.
B.
The watering of outdoor gardens, landscaped areas, trees, shrubs
and other outdoor plants, except between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and
9:00 a.m., by means of a bucket or pail at the minimum rate necessary.
C.
The washing of automobiles and trucks except when required for safety
and operational purposes.
D.
The washing of streets, driveways, and sidewalks.
E.
The serving of water in restaurants, clubs, or eating places unless
specifically requested by the individual.
F.
Ornamental water use including, but not limited to, fountains, artificial
waterfalls, and reflecting pools.
G.
The use of water for flushing sewers or hydrants by any public or
private individual or entity except as deemed necessary and approved
in the interest of public health or safety by health officials or
the Board of Supervisors.
H.
The use of fire hydrants by fire companies for testing fire apparatus
and for fire drills except as deemed necessary in the interest of
public safety and specifically approved by the Township.
I.
The use of fire hydrants by Township road departments, contractors,
and all others except as necessary for fire fighting or protection
purposes.
J.
The use of water to fill and top off swimming pools.
[1]
Editor's Note: Former § 26-114, Water Conservation
Fixtures, adopted 5/9/2002 by Ord. No. 2002-07, was repealed by A.O.
[Ord. 2002-07, 5/9/2002, § XV]
1.
Every applicant filing for final plan approval shall execute an agreement,
to be approved by the Township Engineer and the Board of Supervisors,
pending review by the Township Solicitor, before the final plan is
released by the Board of Supervisors and filed on record. Said agreement
shall specify the following:
A.
The applicant agrees that he will provide a new well to any landowner
within 1/2 mile of the boundary line of the proposed subdivision,
if said landowners well should run dry/fail during the construction
of the proposed subdivision or up to the time that the agreement expires.
B.
The agreement will continue for 18 months after final road dedication
for the entire development is accepted by the Township.
D.
The Township Engineer shall establish the amount of funds required
for the performance of this section.
[Ord. 2002-07, 5/9/2002, § XVI]
No responsibility or liability for the construction of any well
shall be deemed to be placed upon the Township, or its officers, agents
or employees by virtue of the terms of this Part or otherwise.
[Ord. 2002-07, 5/9/2002, § XVII]
1.
AGRICULTURAL WATER SUPPLY
BOARD
CCHD
BUSINESS
CAPACITY
CONSUMER
DEP
DRBC
DRILLING
EQUIVALENT DWELLING UNIT
INDIVIDUAL WATER SUPPLY
NEW CONSTRUCTION
PERSONS
PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM
SEMIPUBLIC WATER SUPPLY
SURFACE WATER
TOWNSHIP
UNDERGROUND WATERS
WELL
WELL DRILLER
The following words or phrases, when used in this Part or regulations
adopted thereunder, shall have the meanings described to them except
where the content clearly indicates a different meaning.
Any water supply used specifically for irrigation of crops,
irrigation of recreational or institutional grasslands, the watering
of farm animals or other livestock, where the use of such water supply
shall not be intended for human consumption.
Board of Supervisors of Franklin Township.
Chester County Health Department.
Commercial, industrial, retail and professional activity,
whether conducted for profit or not for profit.
Except in the case of free-flowing wells, the capacity is
construed to mean the daily capacity of the pumps installed and not
contemplated draft.
A person, partnership, association or corporation, and shall
mean anyone to whom water is supplied.
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
Delaware River Basin Commission.
All action necessary to construction or reconstruction of
wells such as drilling, boring, coring, washing, digging, driving,
or jetting. This shall not apply to drilling of blast holes in quarries
or to core holes 3 1/2 inches or less in diameter drilled for
exploration or investigation.
A habitation intended for occupancy by a single family.
A system including wells, pumps, and piping equipment, which
supplies water to a private structure and does not meet the criteria
of "semipublic water supply" or "public water supply."
Any new building or structure whether residential, commercial
or industrial on a property. New construction also includes any change
in the use of an existing structure.
Any individual, company, municipality, political subdivision,
corporation, partnership, municipal authority, association, or any
agency of county, state or federal government as well as a natural
person and shall additionally mean anyone to whom water is supplied
by the Township, whether as owner or tenant. This term shall include
the officers, employees and agents of any of the above-listed entities.
A system which provides water to the public for human consumption
which has at least 15 service connections or regularly serves an average
of at least 25 individuals daily at least 60 days out of the year.
The term includes collection, treatment, storage and distribution
facilities under control of the operator of the system and used in
connection with the system. The term includes collection or pretreatment
storage facilities not under such control which are used in connection
with the system. The term also includes a system which provides water
for bottling or bulk hauling for human consumption. Water for human
consumption includes water that is used for drinking, bathing, and
showering, cooking, dish washing or maintaining oral hygiene.
A water system including wells, pumps, and piping equipment
which supplies water to one or several facilities such as industrial
or commercial establishments, parks, camps, hotels, motels, schools,
institutions, eating and drinking establishments or a water supply
which services two or more dwelling units and is not a public water
system as defined by the Pennsylvania Safe Drinking Water Act, 35
P.S. § 721.1 et seq.
Water on the surface of the earth. The term includes water
in a watercourse, lake, reservoir, pond, spring, swamp, or marsh and
includes diffused surface water, whether natural or artificial.
Franklin Township.
Waters of underground streams, channels, artisans basins,
or other bodies of water in or under the ground, whether percolating
or otherwise.
Any excavation that is drilled, cored, bored, washed, driven,
dug, jetted, or otherwise constructed when the intended use of such
excavation is for the location, acquisition or artificial recharge
of groundwater or for the installation of ground source heat pump
equipment. This includes, but is not limited to, test wells, test
borings, geothermal and monitoring wells, in addition to wells to
be utilized as individual or semipublic or public water supplies.
Any water well contractor licensed by the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania, his employees or representatives in responsible charge
of drilling or otherwise constructing a well.
[Ord. 2002-07, 5/9/2002, § XVIII; as amended by
Ord. 2009-05, 8/19/2009]
Any person, firm or corporation who shall violate any provision
of this Part, upon conviction thereof in an action brought before
a Magisterial District Judge in the manner provided for the enforcement
of summary offenses under the Pennsylvania Rules of Criminal Procedure,
shall be sentenced to pay a fine of not more than $1,000 plus costs
and, in default of payment of said fine and costs, to a term of imprisonment
not to exceed 90 days. Each day that a violation of this Part continues
or each section of this Part which shall be found to have been violated
shall constitute a separate offense.
[Ord. 2002-07, 5/9/2002, § XIX]
Waivers may be granted by the Board of Supervisors at their
discretion upon written request showing good cause.
