Management Resources for Small Drinking Water Systems
Water system management is integral to enabling the system to achieve and maintain compliance with SDWA requirements. The documents below provide a summary of system owners’ key duties in protecting public health through overseeing system operation, working with local officials and strategic planning.
- Water System Owner Roles and Responsibilities: A Best Practices Guide (EPA 816-F-06-036)
This Guide is intended for owners and operators of all public water systems serving fewer than 10,000 persons.
- Strategic Planning: A Handbook for Small Water Systems – STEP Guide Series (EPA 816-R-03-015)
One of the Simple Tools for Effective Performance (STEP) Guide Series.