Definition
Violations occur when the quality of water discharged from the
treatment plant to the Sacramento River does not meet regulatory
requirements.
Target
No more than 5 water quality violations per year. Five water
quality violations per year correspond with the requirements for
the Silver Award issued by the National Association of Clean
Water Agencies.
Purpose
This service level reflects wastewater discharge impacts to the
Sacramento River and the treatment plant’s overall performance -
including capacity, operations and maintenance practices.
Critical Impacts
Violations can be caused by mechanical failures, operator
failures, natural disasters or stringent regulations. Therefore,
maintenance, operator training and contingency planning, as well
as permitting advocacy, can affect this service level.