Standards for water and wastewater facilities are intended to serve as a guide in the design and preparation of plans and specifications for public water supply systems.

Current standards

Standards for Water Works

Available to order
2022 Edition Recommended Standards for Water Works (Book)
Downloadable PDF
2022 Edition Recommended Standards for Water Works (PDF)

Standards for Wastewater Facilities

Downloadable PDF
Recommended Standards for Wastewater Facilities 2014 Edition (PDF)

Archived standards

Recommended Standards for Water Works 2012 (PDF)
Recommended Standards for Water Works 2007 (PDF)
Recommended Standards for Bathing Beaches 1990 (PDF)
Recommended Standards for Individual Sewage Systems 1980 (PDF)