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Title 15 — Utilities›Division 1 — WATER›Chapter 15.16 — DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
Santa Clarita Municipal Code Part 3 Construction
Santa Clarita Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Santa Clarita
Cite as: Santa Clarita Municipal Code Part 3 · Text as of 2026-10-04
§ 15.16.190. Conformance With Standard Engineering Practices.¶
The construction of the water utility shall conform to standard acceptable engineering practices.
(Ord. 90-18, 7/24/1990)
§ 15.16.200. Utility Manual for Standards and Materials.¶
If the City Engineer finds that in order to comply with the provisions of this Division 1 it is necessary to conform to certain standards of materials or construction, or both, the City Engineer shall promulgate such standards and publish the same in a utility manual and keep such manual on site and available to the public. All construction and materials should conform to the utility manual described in this section.
(Ord. 90-18, 7/24/1990)
§ 15.16.210. Materials—Standards Generally.¶
All materials, pipes, valves, fittings and other appliances shall be of such strength and durability as to be free of structural hazards.
(Ord. 90-18, 7/24/1990)
§ 15.16.220. Metallic and Nonmetallic Materials.¶
Metallic and nonmetallic materials may be used separately and in combination to construct component parts of a water system, including, but not limited to, conduits, pipes, couplings, caulking materials, protective linings and coatings, services, valves, hydrants, pumps, tanks and reservoirs.
(Ord. 90-18, 7/24/1990)
§ 15.16.230. Newly Developed Materials and Equipment.¶
This Division 1 does not prohibit the use of newly developed materials or equipment if such materials and equipment meet the requirements of this division and the utility manual described in this chapter.
(Ord. 90-18, 7/24/1990)
§ 15.16.240. Materials—Service Life.¶
The material shall have a reasonable useful service life and be capable of withstanding, with ample safety factors, the internal and external forces to which it may be subjected in service. The materials and equipment shall be so selected as to mitigate corrosion, electrolysis and deterioration.
(Ord. 90-18, 7/24/1990)
§ 15.16.250. Quality of Work.¶
All work shall be performed by competent workers experienced in the trade involved. Such work shall be done in a manner to avoid imperfections which might impair the stability of the physical structure. All work and equipment shall comply with applicable codes. Installation shall be made by or under the direction of qualified personnel.
(Ord. 90-18, 7/24/1990)
§ 15.16.260. Location of Distribution and Transmission System.¶
All water mains located in the public rights-of-way shall be located as specified by the engineer at time of obtaining the excavation permit.
(Ord. 90-18, 7/24/1990)
§ 15.16.270. Housing of Equipment and Facilities.¶
Housing for all equipment, appurtenances and other facilities shall provide adequate ventilation and protection against unauthorized entry, and ample space for the performance of all operating, maintenance and repair functions. Further, such property shall be adequately landscaped pursuant to a landscaping plan approved by the City Parks, Recreation and Community Services Director.
(Ord. 90-18, 7/24/1990; Ord. 05-1 § 2, 1/25/2005)
§ 15.16.280. Pumping Equipment—Foundations.¶
Adequate foundation, considering soil conditions, shall be provided to prevent vibration of any rotating equipment.
(Ord. 90-18, 7/24/1990)
§ 15.16.290. Pump Installations.¶
Pump installations shall be such as to provide cutting the unit out of service for overhaul and maintenance, and piping shall have flexible couplings to prevent strain on pump cases in case of settlement of foundation or piping.
(Ord. 90-18, 7/24/1990)
§ 15.16.300. Pumping Equipment—Piping.¶
All piping shall be installed to provide free flow of water and prevent turbulence.
(Ord. 90-18, 7/24/1990)
§ 15.16.310. Prevention of Defects or Sanitary Hazards.¶
Construction shall be such as to prevent sanitary hazards or structural defects whether the pumping unit is handling raw or treated water.
(Ord. 90-18, 7/24/1990)
§ 15.16.320. Storage—Foundation Requirements.¶
Adequate foundation, considering soil conditions, shall be provided.
(Ord. 90-18, 7/24/1990)
§ 15.16.330. Storage—Protective Coatings for Tanks.¶
All steel tanks shall be provided with adequate protective coatings.
(Ord. 90-18, 7/24/1990)
§ 15.16.340. Storage—Ventilation Requirements.¶
Adequate ventilation shall be provided in all storage reservoirs or tanks.
(Ord. 90-18, 7/24/1990)
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