WSR 26-03-052

INTERPRETIVE STATEMENT

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

[Filed January 15, 2026, 9:53 a.m.]

This memo serves as notice that the department of health (department) is rescinding a policy statement regarding Requirements for Sources in Hydraulic Connection to Surface Water which was filed on May 2, 2001, and published in WSR 01-10-134.

This statement provided direction to staff and interested parties regarding how long disinfection may be deferred, and what requirements and recommendations would apply while awaiting source modifications or installation of treatment facilities. The department is rescinding this policy because it is outdated and does not reflect our current business practices.

Individuals requiring additional information on this should contact Mike Means, water quality, policy, and certification manager for the office of drinking water, at mike.means@doh.wa.gov.