Article 3 — ARTIFICIAL WATER RECREATION RESORT (AWRR)

For AWRR of less than 20,000 square feet, “The Design, Construction, Operation and Maintenance of Public Swimming Pools” (excerpts from California Health and Safety Code, California Administrative Code, and Uniform Building Code, published by the State Department Health Services) shall apply, with exceptions as specified in § 33.1130(c), herein. For AWRR of 20,000 square feet or more, the Article 2 standards shall apply except as specified in § 33.1131 herein. (Ord. 3105, passed - -1986)

A safe and adequate water supply shall be available for all domestic purposes at AWRR, meeting Article 1, § 33.1108 requirements, herein. (Ord. 3105, passed - -1986)

All AWRR shall comply with Administrative Code §§ 2-9021, 2-9022, 2-9023.

AWRR waters shall be maintained in as clear a condition as practical. In every portion of all artificially constructed swimming/wading areas, the water shall be sufficiently clear so that during all periods of use, the body of a person on any part of the bottom shall be readily visible at one or more lifeguard stations. The DEHS shall order the closure of the water contact areas for those facilities less than 20,000 square feet, failing to meet Administrative Code § 65527. For AWRR greater than 20,000 square feet, or in existing AWRR where natural occurring conditions, i.e., clay bottom, aquatic plant growths, interfere with ready compliance with the above clarity standards, the DEHS may allow for temporary substitute safety measures, including additional lifeguard supervision, if it appears that such additional temporary safety measures will sufficiently compensate for the turbid water condition, so as to adequately protect bathers’ safety, until effective and approved permanent corrective measures are developed. If such additional safety measures are not deemed effective, the swimming area shall be closed upon order of the DEHS until such time as the water clarity has improved to an acceptable level. Acceptable shall mean that a six inch black disk on a white background is clearly visible at a minimum depth of four and one-half feet. (Ord. 3105, passed - -1986)

(a) The Health and Safety Code §§ 116025—116975 shall apply. (b) Administrative Code Title 22, Chapter 20 shall apply. (c) Administrative Code Title 24, Chapter 2-90 shall apply with the following exceptions: (1) Basin Construction. Administrative Code § 2-901l(c) shall allow light (pastel) colors other than white when approved by the DEHS. (2) Basin geometry without access device(s) shall provide a shoreline which is self-draining and shall be formed in wide curves, avoiding sharp angles or narrow confined inlets which can impede circulation or obstruct visibility. Surface drainage shall be diverted away from the AWRR and not allowed to flow into the water, except for minor flows which would not adversely affect water quality. (3) Decks shall not be required where public access may create a hazardous condition (access device exit areas). Where a deck is required for exit from basins provided with access devices, the exit area shall be at least eight feet wide. (4) Turnover Time. The recirculation and purification system shall have sufficient capacity to provide a complete turnover of basin water: with access device(s) in 30 minutes or less, without access device(s) six hours or less (or as needed to provide adequate turnover). (5) Perimeter overflow systems may be used in combination with surface skimmers if hydraulically designed in accordance with acceptable engineering principles. (6) Lifesaving, First Aid, and Control of Bathers. At least one lifeguard shall be assigned for each 50 occupancy or fraction thereof. Additionally, Article 2, §§ 33.1124(e) and 33.1124(f) shall apply. (7) Signs—Occupant Load. A sign with clearly legible letters not less than four inches high shall be posted in a conspicuous place near the entrance to the swimming area which shall include the number of occupants permitted. A minimum of 25 square feet of water surface area per bather shall be provided in all water areas with a depth less than four and one-half feet and at least 75 square feet per bather shall be provided in deeper areas. (8) Emergency Shut-Off Switch. A prominently marked emergency shut-off switch for the control of the mechanical recirculation system shall be installed adjacent to the primary lifeguard station.

The Article 2 standards shall apply, with the following exceptions: Bottom composition of the swimming and wading area shall be concrete or other approved material from the shoreline to at least the four and one-half feet depth minimum. (Ord. 3105, passed - -1986)