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EXHIBIT A
WESTON HEIGHT STORM WATER FACILITIES MAP
EXHIBIT A (CONT)
EXHIBIT A (CONT)
EXHIBIT B
OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
RECOMMENDATIONS
Weston Heights
Technical Information Report
Operations and Maintenance Manual
PERFORATED PIPE CONNECTION
Roof/footing drain lines, including perforated pipe connections shall be kept open and clean. If the pipes
appear to be clogged, they should be cleaned by high pressure flushing with water or flexible sewer rods.
In cases where roots effectively block the drainage, the use of herbicides may be indicated. Whatever
method of cleaning is used, consideration for erosion and sediment control is needed.
DISPERSION TRENCH
Perforated pipes in dispersion trenches shall be kept open and clean. If the pipes appear to be clogged,
they should be cleaned by high pressure flushing with water or flexible sewer rods. In cases where roots
effectively block the drainage, the use of herbicides may be indicated. Whatever method of cleaning is
used, consideration for erosion and sediment control is needed. The top of the dispersion trench should
be kept free of leaves, debris, soil, moss, and other sources of clogging. If the surface or drain-rock
becomes clogged, it should be excavated and replaced.
The following pages are selections from Appendix A of the 2009 King County Stormwater Design Manual,
applicable to this project:
APPENDIX A MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS FLOW CONTROL, CONVEYANCE, AND WQ FACILITIES
1/9/2009 2009 Surface Water Design Manual – Appendix A
A-2
NO. 1 – DETENTION PONDS
Maintenance
Component
Defect or Problem Conditions When Maintenance Is Needed Results Expected When
Maintenance Is Performed
Trash and debris Any trash and debris which exceed 1 cubic foot
per 1,000 square feet (this is about equal to the
amount of trash it would take to fill up one
standard size office garbage can). In general,
there should be no visual evidence of dumping.
Trash and debris cleared from site.
Noxious weeds Any noxious or nuisance vegetation which may
constitute a hazard to County personnel or the
public.
Noxious and nuisance vegetation
removed according to applicable
regulations. No danger of noxious
vegetation where County personnel
or the public might normally be.
Contaminants and
pollution
Any evidence of contaminants or pollution such
as oil, gasoline, concrete slurries or paint.
Materials removed and disposed of
according to applicable regulations.
Source control BMPs implemented if
appropriate. No contaminants
present other than a surface oil film.
Site
Grass/groundcover Grass or groundcover exceeds 18 inches in
height.
Grass or groundcover mowed to a
height no greater than 6 inches.
Rodent holes Any evidence of rodent holes if facility is acting
as a dam or berm, or any evidence of water
piping through dam or berm via rodent holes.
Rodents removed or destroyed and
dam or berm repaired.
Tree growth Tree growth threatens integrity of slopes, does
not allow maintenance access, or interferes with
maintenance activity. If trees are not a threat or
not interfering with access or maintenance, they
do not need to be removed.
Trees do not hinder facility
performance or maintenance
activities.
Erosion Eroded damage over 2 inches deep where cause
of damage is still present or where there is
potential for continued erosion. Any erosion
observed on a compacted slope.
Slopes stabilized using appropriate
erosion control measures. If erosion
is occurring on compacted slope, a
licensed civil engineer should be
consulted to resolve source of
erosion.
Top or Side Slopes
of Dam, Berm or
Embankment
Settlement Any part of a dam, berm or embankment that has
settled 4 inches lower than the design elevation.
Top or side slope restored to design
dimensions. If settlement is
significant, a licensed civil engineer
should be consulted to determine
the cause of the settlement.
Sediment
accumulation
Accumulated sediment that exceeds 10% of the
designed pond depth.
Sediment cleaned out to designed
pond shape and depth; pond
reseeded if necessary to control
erosion.
Storage Area
Liner damaged
(If Applicable)
Liner is visible or pond does not hold water as
designed.
Liner repaired or replaced.
Sediment
accumulation
Sediment filling 20% or more of the pipe. Inlet/outlet pipes clear of sediment.
Trash and debris Trash and debris accumulated in inlet/outlet
pipes (includes floatables and non-floatables).
No trash or debris in pipes.
Inlet/Outlet Pipe.
Damaged Cracks wider than ½-inch at the joint of the
inlet/outlet pipes or any evidence of soil entering
at the joints of the inlet/outlet pipes.
No cracks more than ¼-inch wide at
the joint of the inlet/outlet pipe.
Tree growth Tree growth impedes flow or threatens stability of
spillway.
Trees removed.Emergency
Overflow/Spillway
Rock missing Only one layer of rock exists above native soil in
area five square feet or larger or any exposure of
native soil on the spillway.
Spillway restored to design
standards.
APPENDIX A MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR FLOW CONTROL, CONVEYANCE, AND WQ FACILITIES
2009 Surface Water Design Manual – Appendix A 1/9/2009
A-5
NO. 3 – DETENTION TANKS AND VAULTS
Maintenance
Component
Defect or Problem Conditions When Maintenance is Needed Results Expected When
Maintenance is Performed
Trash and debris Any trash and debris which exceed 1 cubic foot
per 1,000 square feet (this is about equal to the
amount of trash it would take to fill up one
standard size office garbage can). In general,
there should be no visual evidence of dumping.
Trash and debris cleared from site.
Noxious weeds Any noxious or nuisance vegetation which may
constitute a hazard to County personnel or the
public.
Noxious and nuisance vegetation
removed according to applicable
regulations. No danger of noxious
vegetation where County personnel
or the public might normally be.
Contaminants and
pollution
Any evidence of contaminants or pollution such
as oil, gasoline, concrete slurries or paint.
Materials removed and disposed of
according to applicable regulations.
Source control BMPs implemented if
appropriate. No contaminants
present other than a surface oil film.
Site
Grass/groundcover Grass or groundcover exceeds 18 inches in
height.
Grass or groundcover mowed to a
height no greater than 6 inches.
Trash and debris Any trash and debris accumulated in vault or tank
(includes floatables and non-floatables).
No trash or debris in vault. Tank or Vault
Storage Area
Sediment
accumulation
Accumulated sediment depth exceeds 10% of the
diameter of the storage area for ½ length of
storage vault or any point depth exceeds 15% of
diameter. Example: 72-inch storage tank would
require cleaning when sediment reaches depth of
7 inches for more than ½ length of tank.
All sediment removed from storage
area.
Plugged air vent Any blockage of the vent. Tank or vault freely vents.
Tank bent out of
shape
Any part of tank/pipe is bent out of shape more
than 10% of its design shape.
Tank repaired or replaced to design.
Tank Structure
Gaps between
sections, damaged
joints or cracks or
tears in wall
A gap wider than ½-inch at the joint of any tank
sections or any evidence of soil particles entering
the tank at a joint or through a wall.
No water or soil entering tank
through joints or walls.
Vault Structure Damage to wall,
frame, bottom, and/or
top slab
Cracks wider than ½-inch, any evidence of soil
entering the structure through cracks or qualified
inspection personnel determines that the vault is
not structurally sound.
Vault is sealed and structurally
sound.
Sediment
accumulation
Sediment filling 20% or more of the pipe. Inlet/outlet pipes clear of sediment.
Trash and debris Trash and debris accumulated in inlet/outlet
pipes (includes floatables and non-floatables).
No trash or debris in pipes.
Inlet/Outlet Pipes
Damaged Cracks wider than ½-inch at the joint of the
inlet/outlet pipes or any evidence of soil entering
at the joints of the inlet/outlet pipes.
No cracks more than ¼-inch wide at
the joint of the inlet/outlet pipe.
APPENDIX A MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS FLOW CONTROL, CONVEYANCE, AND WQ FACILITIES
1/9/2009 2009 Surface Water Design Manual – Appendix A
A-6
NO. 3 – DETENTION TANKS AND VAULTS
Maintenance
Component
Defect or Problem Conditions When Maintenance is Needed Results Expected When
Maintenance is Performed
Cover/lid not in place Cover/lid is missing or only partially in place.
Any open manhole requires immediate
maintenance.
Manhole access covered.
Locking mechanism
not working
Mechanism cannot be opened by one
maintenance person with proper tools. Bolts
cannot be seated. Self-locking cover/lid does not
work.
Mechanism opens with proper tools.
Cover/lid difficult to
remove
One maintenance person cannot remove
cover/lid after applying 80 lbs of lift.
Cover/lid can be removed and
reinstalled by one maintenance
person.
Access Manhole
Ladder rungs unsafe Missing rungs, misalignment, rust, or cracks. Ladder meets design standards.
Allows maintenance person safe
access.
Damaged or difficult
to open
Large access doors or plates cannot be
opened/removed using normal equipment.
Replace or repair access door so it
can opened as designed.
Gaps, doesn't cover
completely
Large access doors not flat and/or access
opening not completely covered.
Doors close flat and covers access
opening completely.
Large access
doors/plate
Lifting Rings missing,
rusted
Lifting rings not capable of lifting weight of door
or plate.
Lifting rings sufficient to lift or
remove door or plate.
APPENDIX A MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR FLOW CONTROL, CONVEYANCE, AND WQ FACILITIES
2009 Surface Water Design Manual – Appendix A 1/9/2009
A-7
NO. 4 – CONTROL STRUCTURE/FLOW RESTRICTOR
Maintenance
Component
Defect or Problem Condition When Maintenance is Needed Results Expected When
Maintenance is Performed
Trash or debris of more than ½ cubic foot which
is located immediately in front of the structure
opening or is blocking capacity of the structure by
more than 10%.
No Trash or debris blocking or
potentially blocking entrance to
structure.
Trash or debris in the structure that exceeds 1/3
the depth from the bottom of basin to invert the
lowest pipe into or out of the basin.
No trash or debris in the structure.
Trash and debris
Deposits of garbage exceeding 1 cubic foot in
volume.
No condition present which would
attract or support the breeding of
insects or rodents.
Sediment Sediment exceeds 60% of the depth from the
bottom of the structure to the invert of the lowest
pipe into or out of the structure or the bottom of
the FROP-T section or is within 6 inches of the
invert of the lowest pipe into or out of the
structure or the bottom of the FROP-T section.
Sump of structure contains no
sediment.
Corner of frame extends more than ¾ inch past
curb face into the street (If applicable).
Frame is even with curb.
Top slab has holes larger than 2 square inches or
cracks wider than ¼ inch.
Top slab is free of holes and cracks.
Damage to frame
and/or top slab
Frame not sitting flush on top slab, i.e.,
separation of more than ¾ inch of the frame from
the top slab.
Frame is sitting flush on top slab.
Cracks wider than ½ inch and longer than 3 feet,
any evidence of soil particles entering structure
through cracks, or maintenance person judges
that structure is unsound.
Structure is sealed and structurally
sound.
Cracks in walls or
bottom
Cracks wider than ½ inch and longer than 1 foot
at the joint of any inlet/outlet pipe or any evidence
of soil particles entering structure through cracks.
No cracks more than 1/4 inch wide at
the joint of inlet/outlet pipe.
Settlement/
misalignment
Structure has settled more than 1 inch or has
rotated more than 2 inches out of alignment.
Basin replaced or repaired to design
standards.
Damaged pipe joints Cracks wider than ½-inch at the joint of the
inlet/outlet pipes or any evidence of soil entering
the structure at the joint of the inlet/outlet pipes.
No cracks more than ¼-inch wide at
the joint of inlet/outlet pipes.
Contaminants and
pollution
Any evidence of contaminants or pollution such
as oil, gasoline, concrete slurries or paint.
Materials removed and disposed of
according to applicable regulations.
Source control BMPs implemented if
appropriate. No contaminants
present other than a surface oil film.
Structure
Ladder rungs missing
or unsafe
Ladder is unsafe due to missing rungs,
misalignment, rust, cracks, or sharp edges.
Ladder meets design standards and
allows maintenance person safe
access.
T section is not securely attached to structure
wall and outlet pipe structure should support at
least 1,000 lbs of up or down pressure.
T section securely attached to wall
and outlet pipe.
Structure is not in upright position (allow up to
10% from plumb).
Structure in correct position.
Connections to outlet pipe are not watertight or
show signs of deteriorated grout.
Connections to outlet pipe are water
tight; structure repaired or replaced
and works as designed.
FROP-T Section Damage
Any holes—other than designed holes—in the
structure.
Structure has no holes other than
designed holes.
Cleanout Gate Damaged or missing Cleanout gate is missing. Replace cleanout gate.
APPENDIX A MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS FLOW CONTROL, CONVEYANCE, AND WQ FACILITIES
1/9/2009 2009 Surface Water Design Manual – Appendix A
A-8
NO. 4 – CONTROL STRUCTURE/FLOW RESTRICTOR
Maintenance
Component
Defect or Problem Condition When Maintenance is Needed Results Expected When
Maintenance is Performed
Cleanout gate is not watertight. Gate is watertight and works as
designed.
Gate cannot be moved up and down by one
maintenance person.
Gate moves up and down easily and
is watertight.
Chain/rod leading to gate is missing or damaged. Chain is in place and works as
designed.
Damaged or missing Control device is not working properly due to
missing, out of place, or bent orifice plate.
Plate is in place and works as
designed.
Orifice Plate
Obstructions Any trash, debris, sediment, or vegetation
blocking the plate.
Plate is free of all obstructions and
works as designed.
Obstructions Any trash or debris blocking (or having the
potential of blocking) the overflow pipe.
Pipe is free of all obstructions and
works as designed.
Overflow Pipe
Deformed or damaged
lip
Lip of overflow pipe is bent or deformed. Overflow pipe does not allow
overflow at an elevation lower than
design
Sediment
accumulation
Sediment filling 20% or more of the pipe. Inlet/outlet pipes clear of sediment.
Trash and debris Trash and debris accumulated in inlet/outlet
pipes (includes floatables and non-floatables).
No trash or debris in pipes.
Inlet/Outlet Pipe
Damaged Cracks wider than ½-inch at the joint of the
inlet/outlet pipes or any evidence of soil entering
at the joints of the inlet/outlet pipes.
No cracks more than ¼-inch wide at
the joint of the inlet/outlet pipe.
Unsafe grate opening Grate with opening wider than 7/8 inch. Grate opening meets design
standards.
Trash and debris Trash and debris that is blocking more than 20%
of grate surface.
Grate free of trash and debris.
footnote to guidelines for disposal
Metal Grates
(If Applicable)
Damaged or missing Grate missing or broken member(s) of the grate. Grate is in place and meets design
standards.
Cover/lid not in place Cover/lid is missing or only partially in place.
Any open structure requires urgent
maintenance.
Cover/lid protects opening to
structure.
Locking mechanism
Not Working
Mechanism cannot be opened by one
maintenance person with proper tools. Bolts
cannot be seated. Self-locking cover/lid does not
work.
Mechanism opens with proper tools.
Manhole Cover/Lid
Cover/lid difficult to
Remove
One maintenance person cannot remove
cover/lid after applying 80 lbs. of lift.
Cover/lid can be removed and
reinstalled by one maintenance
person.
APPENDIX A MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR FLOW CONTROL, CONVEYANCE, AND WQ FACILITIES
2009 Surface Water Design Manual – Appendix A 1/9/2009
A-9
NO. 5 – CATCH BASINS AND MANHOLES
Maintenance
Component
Defect or Problem Condition When Maintenance is Needed Results Expected When
Maintenance is Performed
Sediment Sediment exceeds 60% of the depth from the
bottom of the catch basin to the invert of the
lowest pipe into or out of the catch basin or is
within 6 inches of the invert of the lowest pipe
into or out of the catch basin.
Sump of catch basin contains no
sediment.
Trash or debris of more than ½ cubic foot which
is located immediately in front of the catch basin
opening or is blocking capacity of the catch basin
by more than 10%.
No Trash or debris blocking or
potentially blocking entrance to
catch basin.
Trash or debris in the catch basin that exceeds
1/3 the depth from the bottom of basin to invert the
lowest pipe into or out of the basin.
No trash or debris in the catch basin.
Dead animals or vegetation that could generate
odors that could cause complaints or dangerous
gases (e.g., methane).
No dead animals or vegetation
present within catch basin.
Trash and debris
Deposits of garbage exceeding 1 cubic foot in
volume.
No condition present which would
attract or support the breeding of
insects or rodents.
Corner of frame extends more than ¾ inch past
curb face into the street (If applicable).
Frame is even with curb.
Top slab has holes larger than 2 square inches or
cracks wider than ¼ inch.
Top slab is free of holes and cracks.
Damage to frame
and/or top slab
Frame not sitting flush on top slab, i.e.,
separation of more than ¾ inch of the frame from
the top slab.
Frame is sitting flush on top slab.
Cracks wider than ½ inch and longer than 3 feet,
any evidence of soil particles entering catch
basin through cracks, or maintenance person
judges that catch basin is unsound.
Catch basin is sealed and
structurally sound.
Cracks in walls or
bottom
Cracks wider than ½ inch and longer than 1 foot
at the joint of any inlet/outlet pipe or any evidence
of soil particles entering catch basin through
cracks.
No cracks more than 1/4 inch wide at
the joint of inlet/outlet pipe.
Settlement/
misalignment
Catch basin has settled more than 1 inch or has
rotated more than 2 inches out of alignment.
Basin replaced or repaired to design
standards.
Damaged pipe joints Cracks wider than ½-inch at the joint of the
inlet/outlet pipes or any evidence of soil entering
the catch basin at the joint of the inlet/outlet
pipes.
No cracks more than ¼-inch wide at
the joint of inlet/outlet pipes.
Structure
Contaminants and
pollution
Any evidence of contaminants or pollution such
as oil, gasoline, concrete slurries or paint.
Materials removed and disposed of
according to applicable regulations.
Source control BMPs implemented if
appropriate. No contaminants
present other than a surface oil film.
Sediment
accumulation
Sediment filling 20% or more of the pipe. Inlet/outlet pipes clear of sediment.
Trash and debris Trash and debris accumulated in inlet/outlet
pipes (includes floatables and non-floatables).
No trash or debris in pipes.
Inlet/Outlet Pipe
Damaged Cracks wider than ½-inch at the joint of the
inlet/outlet pipes or any evidence of soil entering
at the joints of the inlet/outlet pipes.
No cracks more than ¼-inch wide at
the joint of the inlet/outlet pipe.
APPENDIX A MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS FLOW CONTROL, CONVEYANCE, AND WQ FACILITIES
1/9/2009 2009 Surface Water Design Manual – Appendix A
A-10
NO. 5 – CATCH BASINS AND MANHOLES
Maintenance
Component
Defect or Problem Condition When Maintenance is Needed Results Expected When
Maintenance is Performed
Unsafe grate opening Grate with opening wider than 7/8 inch. Grate opening meets design
standards.
Trash and debris Trash and debris that is blocking more than 20%
of grate surface.
Grate free of trash and debris.
footnote to guidelines for disposal
Metal Grates
(Catch Basins)
Damaged or missing Grate missing or broken member(s) of the grate.
Any open structure requires urgent
maintenance .
Grate is in place and meets design
standards.
Cover/lid not in place Cover/lid is missing or only partially in place.
Any open structure requires urgent
maintenance.
Cover/lid protects opening to
structure.
Locking mechanism
Not Working
Mechanism cannot be opened by one
maintenance person with proper tools. Bolts
cannot be seated. Self-locking cover/lid does not
work.
Mechanism opens with proper tools.
Manhole Cover/Lid
Cover/lid difficult to
Remove
One maintenance person cannot remove
cover/lid after applying 80 lbs. of lift.
Cover/lid can be removed and
reinstalled by one maintenance
person.
APPENDIX A MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR FLOW CONTROL, CONVEYANCE, AND WQ FACILITIES
2009 Surface Water Design Manual – Appendix A 1/9/2009
A-11
NO. 6 – CONVEYANCE PIPES AND DITCHES
Maintenance
Component
Defect or Problem Conditions When Maintenance is Needed Results Expected When
Maintenance is Performed
Sediment & debris
accumulation
Accumulated sediment or debris that exceeds
20% of the diameter of the pipe.
Water flows freely through pipes.
Vegetation/roots Vegetation/roots that reduce free movement of
water through pipes.
Water flows freely through pipes.
Contaminants and
pollution
Any evidence of contaminants or pollution such
as oil, gasoline, concrete slurries or paint.
Materials removed and disposed of
according to applicable regulations.
Source control BMPs implemented if
appropriate. No contaminants
present other than a surface oil film.
Damage to protective
coating or corrosion
Protective coating is damaged; rust or corrosion
is weakening the structural integrity of any part of
pipe.
Pipe repaired or replaced.
Pipes
Damaged Any dent that decreases the cross section area of
pipe by more than 20% or is determined to have
weakened structural integrity of the pipe.
Pipe repaired or replaced.
Trash and debris Trash and debris exceeds 1 cubic foot per 1,000
square feet of ditch and slopes.
Trash and debris cleared from
ditches.
Sediment
accumulation
Accumulated sediment that exceeds 20% of the
design depth.
Ditch cleaned/flushed of all sediment
and debris so that it matches design.
Noxious weeds Any noxious or nuisance vegetation which may
constitute a hazard to County personnel or the
public.
Noxious and nuisance vegetation
removed according to applicable
regulations. No danger of noxious
vegetation where County personnel
or the public might normally be.
Contaminants and
pollution
Any evidence of contaminants or pollution such
as oil, gasoline, concrete slurries or paint.
Materials removed and disposed of
according to applicable regulations.
Source control BMPs implemented if
appropriate. No contaminants
present other than a surface oil film.
Vegetation Vegetation that reduces free movement of water
through ditches.
Water flows freely through ditches.
Erosion damage to
slopes
Any erosion observed on a ditch slope. Slopes are not eroding.
Ditches
Rock lining out of
place or missing (If
Applicable)
One layer or less of rock exists above native soil
area 5 square feet or more, any exposed native
soil.
Replace rocks to design standards.
APPENDIX A MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR FLOW CONTROL, CONVEYANCE, AND WQ FACILITIES
2009 Surface Water Design Manual – Appendix A 1/9/2009
A-13
NO. 8 – ENERGY DISSIPATERS
Maintenance
Component
Defect or Problem Conditions When Maintenance is Needed Results Expected When
Maintenance is Performed.
Trash and debris Trash and/or debris accumulation. Dissipater clear of trash and/or
debris.
Site
Contaminants and
pollution
Any evidence of contaminants or pollution such
as oil, gasoline, concrete slurries or paint.
Materials removed and disposed of
according to applicable regulations.
Source control BMPs implemented if
appropriate. No contaminants
present other than a surface oil film.
Rock Pad Missing or moved
Rock
Only one layer of rock exists above native soil in
area five square feet or larger or any exposure of
native soil.
Rock pad prevents erosion.
Pipe plugged with
sediment
Accumulated sediment that exceeds 20% of the
design depth.
Pipe cleaned/flushed so that it
matches design.
Not discharging water
properly
Visual evidence of water discharging at
concentrated points along trench (normal
condition is a “sheet flow” of water along trench).
Water discharges from feature by
sheet flow.
Perforations plugged. Over 1/4 of perforations in pipe are plugged with
debris or sediment.
Perforations freely discharge flow.
Water flows out top of
“distributor” catch
basin.
Water flows out of distributor catch basin during
any storm less than the design storm.
No flow discharges from distributor
catch basin.
Dispersion Trench
Receiving area over-
saturated
Water in receiving area is causing or has
potential of causing landslide problems.
No danger of landslides.
Damaged mesh Mesh of gabion broken, twisted or deformed so
structure is weakened or rock may fall out.
Mesh is intact, no rock missing.
Corrosion Gabion mesh shows corrosion through more than
¼ of its gage.
All gabion mesh capable of
containing rock and retaining
designed form.
Collapsed or
deformed baskets
Gabion basket shape deformed due to any
cause.
All gabion baskets intact, structure
stands as designed.
Gabions
Missing rock Any rock missing that could cause gabion to
loose structural integrity.
No rock missing.
Worn or damaged
post, baffles or side of
chamber
Structure dissipating flow deteriorates to ½ or
original size or any concentrated worn spot
exceeding one square foot which would make
structure unsound.
Structure is in no danger of failing.
Damage to wall,
frame, bottom, and/or
top slab
Cracks wider than ½-inch or any evidence of soil
entering the structure through cracks, or
maintenance inspection personnel determines
that the structure is not structurally sound.
Manhole/chamber is sealed and
structurally sound.
Manhole/Chamber
Damaged pipe joints Cracks wider than ½-inch at the joint of the
inlet/outlet pipes or any evidence of soil entering
the structure at the joint of the inlet/outlet pipes.
No soil or water enters and no water
discharges at the joint of inlet/outlet
pipes.
APPENDIX A MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS FLOW CONTROL, CONVEYANCE, AND WQ FACILITIES
1/9/2009 2009 Surface Water Design Manual – Appendix A
A-14
NO. 9 – FENCING
Maintenance
Component
Defect or Problem Conditions When Maintenance is Needed Results Expected When
Maintenance is Performed
Site Erosion or holes
under fence
Erosion or holes more than 4 inches high and 12-
18 inches wide permitting access through an
opening under a fence.
No access under the fence.
Missing or damaged
parts
Missing or broken boards, post out of plumb by
more than 6 inches or cross members broken
No gaps on fence due to missing or
broken boards, post plumb to within
1½ inches, cross members sound.
Weakened by rotting
or insects
Any part showing structural deterioration due to
rotting or insect damage
All parts of fence are structurally
sound.
Wood Posts, Boards
and Cross Members
Damaged or failed
post foundation
Concrete or metal attachments deteriorated or
unable to support posts.
Post foundation capable of
supporting posts even in strong
wind.
Post out of plumb more than 6 inches. Post plumb to within 1½ inches.
Top rails bent more than 6 inches. Top rail free of bends greater than
1 inch.
Any part of fence (including post, top rails, and
fabric) more than 1 foot out of design alignment.
Fence is aligned and meets design
standards.
Damaged parts
Missing or loose tension wire. Tension wire in place and holding
fabric.
Deteriorated paint or
protective coating
Part or parts that have a rusting or scaling
condition that has affected structural adequacy.
Structurally adequate posts or parts
with a uniform protective coating.
Metal Posts, Rails
and Fabric
Openings in fabric Openings in fabric are such that an 8-inch
diameter ball could fit through.
Fabric mesh openings within 50% of
grid size.
APPENDIX A MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR FLOW CONTROL, CONVEYANCE, AND WQ FACILITIES
2009 Surface Water Design Manual – Appendix A 1/9/2009
A-15
NO. 10 – GATES/BOLLARDS/ACCESS BARRIERS
Maintenance
Component
Defect or Problem Conditions When Maintenance is Needed Results Expected When
Maintenance is Performed
Missing gate. Gates in place.
Broken or missing hinges such that gate cannot
be easily opened and closed by a maintenance
person.
Hinges intact and lubed. Gate is
working freely.
Gate is out of plumb more than 6 inches and
more than 1 foot out of design alignment.
Gate is aligned and vertical.
Damaged or missing
members
Missing stretcher bar, stretcher bands, and ties. Stretcher bar, bands, and ties in
place.
Locking mechanism
does not lock gate
Locking device missing, no-functioning or does
not link to all parts.
Locking mechanism prevents
opening of gate.
Chain Link Fencing
Gate
Openings in fabric Openings in fabric are such that an 8-inch
diameter ball could fit through.
Fabric mesh openings within 50% of
grid size.
Damaged or missing
cross bar
Cross bar does not swing open or closed, is
missing or is bent to where it does not prevent
vehicle access.
Cross bar swings fully open and
closed and prevents vehicle access.
Locking mechanism
does not lock gate
Locking device missing, no-functioning or does
not link to all parts.
Locking mechanism prevents
opening of gate.
Bar Gate
Support post
damaged
Support post does not hold cross bar up. Cross bar held up preventing vehicle
access into facility.
Damaged or missing Bollard broken, missing, does not fit into support
hole or hinge broken or missing.
No access for motorized vehicles to
get into facility.
Bollards
Does not lock Locking assembly or lock missing or cannot be
attached to lock bollard in place.
No access for motorized vehicles to
get into facility.
Dislodged Boulders not located to prevent motorized vehicle
access.
No access for motorized vehicles to
get into facility.
Boulders
Circumvented Motorized vehicles going around or between
boulders.
No access for motorized vehicles to
get into facility.
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NO. 11 – GROUNDS (LANDSCAPING)
Maintenance
Component
Defect or Problem Conditions When Maintenance is Needed Results Expected When
Maintenance is Performed
Trash or litter Any trash and debris which exceed 1 cubic foot
per 1,000 square feet (this is about equal to the
amount of trash it would take to fill up one
standard size office garbage can). In general,
there should be no visual evidence of dumping.
Trash and debris cleared from site.
Noxious weeds Any noxious or nuisance vegetation which may
constitute a hazard to County personnel or the
public.
Noxious and nuisance vegetation
removed according to applicable
regulations. No danger of noxious
vegetation where County personnel
or the public might normally be.
Contaminants and
pollution
Any evidence of contaminants or pollution such
as oil, gasoline, concrete slurries or paint.
Materials removed and disposed of
according to applicable regulations.
Source control BMPs implemented if
appropriate. No contaminants
present other than a surface oil film.
Site
Grass/groundcover Grass or groundcover exceeds 18 inches in
height.
Grass or groundcover mowed to a
height no greater than 6 inches.
Hazard Any tree or limb of a tree identified as having a
potential to fall and cause property damage or
threaten human life.A hazard tree identified by
a qualified arborist must be removed as soon
as possible.
No hazard trees in facility.
Limbs or parts of trees or shrubs that are split or
broken which affect more than 25% of the total
foliage of the tree or shrub.
Trees and shrubs with less than 5%
of total foliage with split or broken
limbs.
Trees or shrubs that have been blown down or
knocked over.
No blown down vegetation or
knocked over vegetation. Trees or
shrubs free of injury.
Trees and Shrubs
Damaged
Trees or shrubs which are not adequately
supported or are leaning over, causing exposure
of the roots.
Tree or shrub in place and
adequately supported; dead or
diseased trees removed.
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NO. 12 – ACCESS ROADS
Maintenance
Component
Defect or Problem Condition When Maintenance is Needed Results Expected When
Maintenance is Performed
Trash and debris exceeds 1 cubic foot per 1,000
square feet (i.e., trash and debris would fill up
one standards size garbage can).
Roadway drivable by maintenance
vehicles.
Trash and debris
Debris which could damage vehicle tires or
prohibit use of road.
Roadway drivable by maintenance
vehicles.
Contaminants and
pollution
Any evidence of contaminants or pollution such
as oil, gasoline, concrete slurries or paint.
Materials removed and disposed of
according to applicable regulations.
Source control BMPs implemented if
appropriate. No contaminants
present other than a surface oil film.
Any obstruction which reduces clearance above
road surface to less than 14 feet.
Roadway overhead clear to 14 feet
high.
Site
Blocked roadway
Any obstruction restricting the access to a 10- to
12 foot width for a distance of more than 12 feet
or any point restricting access to less than a 10
foot width.
At least 12-foot of width on access
road.
Erosion, settlement,
potholes, soft spots,
ruts
Any surface defect which hinders or prevents
maintenance access.
Road drivable by maintenance
vehicles.
Road Surface
Vegetation on road
surface
Trees or other vegetation prevent access to
facility by maintenance vehicles.
Maintenance vehicles can access
facility.
Erosion Erosion within 1 foot of the roadway more than 8
inches wide and 6 inches deep.
Shoulder free of erosion and
matching the surrounding road.
Shoulders and
Ditches
Weeds and brush Weeds and brush exceed 18 inches in height or
hinder maintenance access.
Weeds and brush cut to 2 inches in
height or cleared in such a way as to
allow maintenance access.
Contaminants and
pollution
Any evidence of contaminants or pollution such
as oil, gasoline, concrete slurries or paint.
Materials removed and disposed of
according to applicable regulations.
Source control BMPs implemented if
appropriate. No contaminants
present other than a surface oil film.
Modular Grid
Pavement
Damaged or missing Access surface compacted because of broken on
missing modular block.
Access road surface restored so
road infiltrates.
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NO. 17 – WETVAULT
Maintenance
Component
Defect or Problem Condition When Maintenance is Needed Results Expected When
Maintenance is Performed
Site Trash and debris Trash and debris accumulated on facility site. Trash and debris removed from
facility site.
Trash and debris Any trash and debris accumulated in vault
(includes floatables and non-floatables).
No trash or debris in vault.
Sediment
accumulation
Sediment accumulation in vault bottom exceeds
the depth of the sediment zone plus 6 inches.
No sediment in vault.
Treatment Area
Contaminants and
pollution
Any evidence of contaminants or pollution such
as oil, gasoline, concrete slurries or paint.
Materials removed and disposed of
according to applicable regulations.
Source control BMPs implemented if
appropriate. No contaminants
present other than a surface oil film.
Damage to wall,
frame, bottom, and/or
top slab
Cracks wider than ½-inch, any evidence of soil
entering the structure through cracks, vault does
not retain water or qualified inspection personnel
determines that the vault is not structurally
sound.
Vault is sealed and structurally
sound.
Baffles damaged Baffles corroding, cracking, warping and/or
showing signs of failure or baffle cannot be
removed.
Repair or replace baffles or walls to
specifications.
Vault Structure
Ventilation Ventilation area blocked or plugged. No reduction of ventilation area
exists.
Sediment
accumulation
Sediment filling 20% or more of the pipe. Inlet/outlet pipes clear of sediment.
Trash and debris Trash and debris accumulated in inlet/outlet
pipes (includes floatables and non-floatables).
No trash or debris in pipes.
Inlet/Outlet Pipe
Damaged Cracks wider than ½-inch at the joint of the
inlet/outlet pipes or any evidence of soil entering
at the joints of the inlet/outlet pipes.
No cracks more than ¼-inch wide at
the joint of the inlet/outlet pipe.
Inoperable valve Valve will not open and close. Valve opens and closes normally. Gravity Drain
Valve won’t seal Valve does not seal completely. Valve completely seals closed.
Access cover/lid
damaged or difficult to
open
Access cover/lid cannot be easily opened by one
person. Corrosion/deformation of cover/lid.
Access cover/lid can be opened by
one person.
Locking mechanism
not working
Mechanism cannot be opened by one
maintenance person with proper tools. Bolts
cannot be seated. Self-locking cover/lid does not
work.
Mechanism opens with proper tools.
Cover/lid difficult to
remove
One maintenance person cannot remove
cover/lid after applying 80 lbs of lift.
Cover/lid can be removed and
reinstalled by one maintenance
person.
Access doors/plate
has gaps, doesn't
cover completely
Large access doors not flat and/or access
opening not completely covered.
Doors close flat and covers access
opening completely.
Lifting Rings missing,
rusted
Lifting rings not capable of lifting weight of door
or plate.
Lifting rings sufficient to lift or
remove door or plate.
Access Manhole
Ladder rungs unsafe Missing rungs, misalignment, rust, or cracks. Ladder meets design standards.
Allows maintenance person safe
access.
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NO. 21 – STORMFILTER (CARTRIDGE TYPE)
Maintenance
Component
Defect or Problem Condition When Maintenance is Needed Results Expected When
Maintenance is Performed
Trash and debris Any trash or debris which impairs the function of
the facility.
Trash and debris removed from
facility.
Contaminants and
pollution
Any evidence of contaminants or pollution such
as oils, gasoline, concrete slurries or paint.
Materials removed and disposed of
according to applicable regulations.
Source control BMPs implemented if
appropriate. No contaminants
present other than a surface oil film.
Site
Life cycle System has not been inspected for three years. Facility is re-inspected and any
needed maintenance performed.
Sediment on vault
floor
Greater than 2 inches of sediment. Vault is free of sediment.
Sediment on top of
cartridges
Greater than ½ inch of sediment. Vault is free of sediment.
Vault Treatment
Area
Multiple scum lines
above top of
cartridges
Thick or multiple scum lines above top of
cartridges. Probably due to plugged canisters or
underdrain manifold.
Cause of plugging corrected,
canisters replaced if necessary.
Damage to wall,
Frame, Bottom, and/or
Top Slab
Cracks wider than ½-inch and any evidence of
soil particles entering the structure through the
cracks, or qualified inspection personnel
determines the vault is not structurally sound.
Vault replaced or repaired to design
specifications.
Vault Structure
Baffles damaged Baffles corroding, cracking warping, and/or
showing signs of failure as determined by
maintenance/inspection person.
Repair or replace baffles to
specification.
Standing water in
vault
9 inches or greater of static water in the vault for
more than 24 hours following a rain event and/or
overflow occurs frequently. Probably due to
plugged filter media, underdrain or outlet pipe.
No standing water in vault 24 hours
after a rain event.
Filter Media
Short circuiting Flows do not properly enter filter cartridges. Flows go through filter media.
Underdrains and
Clean-Outs
Sediment/debris Underdrains or clean-outs partially plugged or
filled with sediment and/or debris.
Underdrains and clean-outs free of
sediment and debris.
Sediment
accumulation
Sediment filling 20% or more of the pipe. Inlet/outlet pipes clear of sediment.
Trash and debris Trash and debris accumulated in inlet/outlet
pipes (includes floatables and non-floatables).
No trash or debris in pipes.
Inlet/Outlet Pipe
Damaged Cracks wider than ½-inch at the joint of the
inlet/outlet pipes or any evidence of soil entering
at the joints of the inlet/outlet pipes.
No cracks more than ¼-inch wide at
the joint of the inlet/outlet pipe.
Cover/lid not in place Cover/lid is missing or only partially in place.
Any open manhole requires immediate
maintenance.
Manhole access covered.
Locking mechanism
not working
Mechanism cannot be opened by one
maintenance person with proper tools. Bolts
cannot be seated. Self-locking cover/lid does not
work.
Mechanism opens with proper tools.
Cover/lid difficult to
remove
One maintenance person cannot remove
cover/lid after applying 80 lbs of lift.
Cover/lid can be removed and
reinstalled by one maintenance
person.
Access Manhole
Ladder rungs unsafe Missing rungs, misalignment, rust, or cracks. Ladder meets design standards.
Allows maintenance person safe
access.
Large access
doors/plate
Damaged or difficult
to open
Large access doors or plates cannot be
opened/removed using normal equipment.
Replace or repair access door so it
can opened as designed.
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NO. 21 – STORMFILTER (CARTRIDGE TYPE)
Maintenance
Component
Defect or Problem Condition When Maintenance is Needed Results Expected When
Maintenance is Performed
Gaps, doesn't cover
completely
Large access doors not flat and/or access
opening not completely covered.
Doors close flat and cover access
opening completely.
Lifting Rings missing,
rusted
Lifting rings not capable of lifting weight of door
or plate.
Lifting rings sufficient to lift or
remove door or plate.