AWWA ACE59823

The recently promulgated Filter Backwash Recycling Rule (FBRR) will affect more than 4,000 utilities. Compliance with this rule requires that specific recycle flows be returned through all processes of the system's existing conventional or direct filtration system or at an alternate location approved by the State. In order to assess compliance, the State must review information submitted by the utilities. The process required by the FBRR is described in this paper for two utilities. The information collection, and the State Notification forms for these utilities are presented. In the case of utility No. 1, the process was relatively straight forward. It was determined that capital improvements will be required in order for all recycle stream returns to be in accordance within the FBRR. However, utility No. 2 has requested permission for an alternate recycle return location. Includes 4 references, tables, figures.