Madera County Grand Jury
• 2011-2012
2011-2012 Madera County Grand Jury Final Report on Sumner Hill Water Treatment Plant
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Findings and Recommendations 10 findings
F1
The Grand Jury found that the plant operators have current, required state certifications.
No recommendations for this finding
F2
The Grand Jury found that the plant is routinely monitored for contaminants in the drinking water according to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and state laws.
No recommendations for this finding
F3
The Grand Jury found that required water quality tests are conducted by a state certified laboratory in Fresno.
No recommendations for this finding
F4
The Grand Jury found that the annual Consumer Confidence Report delivered to area residents showed the quality of the water to be within state parameters for potable water.
No recommendations for this finding
F5
The Grand Jury found that the plant requires many adjustments to accommodate the rapid changes in river water quality.
No recommendations for this finding
F6
The Grand Jury found that the plant is capable of a combined production of 180 gallons of potable water per minute.
No recommendations for this finding
F7
The Grand Jury found that the plant currently provides water service to 34 of a potential 49 homes.
No recommendations for this finding
F8
The Grand Jury found that the current water volume capacity is insufficient during the summer months.
No recommendations for this finding
F9
The Grand Jury found that there was an excessive amount of rust on the exterior of the piping and holding tanks.
No recommendations for this finding
F10
The Grand Jury found that sodium hypochlorite is delivered to the plant by a vendor who is responsible for the storage tank and the required spill containment system. Conclusions:
No recommendations for this finding
Conclusions 2
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CL1The Grand Jury concluded that the current plant capacity will be unable to support additional connections.
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CL2The Grand Jury concluded that there is insufficient maintenance on the exterior of the piping and holding tanks.