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EPA Moisture Control Guide 2013

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www.epa.gov/iaq/moisture Dry wells are to be inspected four times each year and after every storm that exceeds 0.5 inches of rainfall. Whenever possible, dry wells are also to be inspected before a major storm. Inspection consists of measuring infiltration rates and drain times by observing the water level in the test well. The actual drain time of the well should be compared with the time it would take to drain the maximum design storm runoff volume. If significant increases in drain time are noted, or if the dry well fails to dry within the design drainage time, maintenance is required. Dry well maintenance involves removing debris, trash or sediment that may have washed into the well. In addition to the dry well, any roof gutters, sumps or traps connected to the dry well are to be inspected and cleaned or repaired as necessary. Building:___________________________________________________________________________________________ Address:___________________________________________________________________________________________ Dry Well ID/Location:________________________________________________________________________________ Inspected by:__________________________________________________ Date:_________________________________ ITEM Roof Gutters, Leaders, Sumps and Traps ID – Number to be used to identify problem on site sketch G – Good, no action needed F – Fair, monitor condition periodically, plan necessary repairs P – Poor, immediate action needed N/A – Not applicable ID G F P N/A REMARKS 1 Loose pieces 2 Evidence of blockage Damaged joints 3 Split joints 5 Surface ponding 6 Cleaning required 7 Other problems Test Well Inspection Missing pieces 8 Water level 9 10 Obvious debris 4 F-2

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