18 WASHINGTON STREET - BUILDING INSPECTION 18 Washington St. I
COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
METROPOLITAN BOSTON-NORTHEAST REGIONAL OFFICE
WILLIAM F.WELD TRUDY COXE
Govemor Secretary
ARGEO PAUL CELLUCCI DAVID B.STRUHS
Lt. Governor Conwdssioner
June 3, 1996
Mr. Harrington RE:SALEM - Public Water
Hawthorne Hotel Supply Cross Connection
18 Washington-Street Proposed Double Check Valve
Salem, Massachusetts 01970 Assembly Installation at
Hawthorne Hotel
PWS I.D. #3258000
Transmittal #110732
Dear Mr. Harrington:
The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), has received your plan requesting
approval on the proposed water supply cross connection installation mentioned above.
The plans are titled: Hawthorne Hotel - 18 Washington Street
Backflow Preventer
The information submitted shows that it is proposed to install an Ames 2000SS double check
valve assembly backflow preventer on a four (4) inch cold water line to a fire protection
system. This device is located in the basement.
The plans are hereby approved with the following understanding:
1. The double check valve assembly shall be installed with adequate space to
facilitate maintenance, inspection, and testing.
2. The check valves and shut-off valves must be installed in a horizontal alignment
with the floor. The top of the check valves must be a minimum of 30 inches
and a maximum of 54 inches from the floor, unless otherwise approved by the
Department.
3. There must be at least 12 inches clearance between the check valves and any
wall.
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4. Tightly closing valves must be installed at each end of the device.
5. Check valves must be provided with suitable connections and appurtenances for
testing.
6. The owner or owner's agent must maintain a spare parts kit and any special
tools required for removal and re-assembly of devices.
7. The owner or owner's agent must provide necessary labor for the inspection and
testing performed by the Department or the supplier of water.
8. The water lines affected may be shut down during normal business hours and
after reasonable notice to permit the necessary testing and maintenance of the
double check valve assembly. The owner is responsible for making suitable
arrangements regarding the shut down of these water lines.
9. The check valves must be protected from freezing, flooding, and mechanical.
damage.
10. A permit from the local fire department shall be procured prior to the
installation of a backflow prevention device on a fire protection system, pursuant
to M.G.L. c. 148, s. 27A.
In addition, the Department requires the installation be completed within 90 days after the
receipt of this letter. Following installation completion, you will need to notify the local water
department to make arrangements .for the initial inspection and test.
As owner of this cross connection, you are responsible for compliance with Section 22 of the
Drinking Water Regulations.
Failure to take any action deemed appropriate by the Department or if you otherwise fail to
remain in compliance in the future with the applicable requirements, you could be subject to
legal action, including, but not limited to, criminal prosecution, court-imposed civil penalties,
or civil administrative penalties. A civil admi ustrative penalty may be assessed by the
Department for each day you are in noncompliance with the requirements referred to above.
The Department strongly recommends obtaining a copy of 310 CMR 22.22 for information on
legal responsibilities associated with installation of this device. Copies may be obtained at the
State House Bookstore.
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If you have any further questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Anita
Wolovick at (617) 932-7768.
Very truly yours;
tM
Sabin M. Lord, Jr.
Regional Engineer For
Resource Protection
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cc: Salem Water Department, 1 Salem Green, Salem, MA 01970 - Attn: Bob Deschene
Plumbing Inspector, 1 Salem Green, Salem, MA 01970
Dick Connick Plumbing & Heating, 55 Ladd Hill Rd., Lynn, MA 01904