The Engineering Division reviews all development plans for conformity with departmental standards. They prepare plans and specifications for water supply projects. Coordination and preparation of plans and specifications for projects to be advertised for competitive bidding is another duty of this division. Engineering administers DWS CIP (Capital Improvement Projects) and coordinates consultant contracts. They prepare and administer agreements with public agencies and private developers. They also prepare plans and specifications for in-house projects. This division develops and maintains water supply standards and conduct studies for feasibility of pipeline alignment and sites for reservoirs, pump stations, and other facilities. They provide engineering services and field survey support to all divisions and remains in charge of inspecting the construction of all water system facilities for adherence to departmental standards and policies. Finally, Engineering conducts studies, tests, and investigations on water resources.
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WATER SYSTEM STANDARDS 2002
The Water System Standards 2002 is available in hardcopy or PDF format and may be purchased at the Department of Water Supply's Fiscal Division (phone 270-7730) located at 200 South High Street, 5th Floor, Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii. The cost to purchase is $20.00 for a hardcopy print in a 3-ring binder or $10.00 in PDF format on a CD, plus shipping and handling if applicable.
DWS CONSTRUCTION AND CHLORINATION NOTES
DWS Construction Notes and Chlorination Notes is applicable to all work to be dedicated to the Department of Water Supply.
FORMSUpcountry Priority List - Request Form: This form is used for all water service requests in the upcountry service areas. As new sources of water become available, meters will be made available to requestors on the priority list in the order that the requests were received by the department.
Low Flow Fixture Data Form: This form needs to be filled out and submitted to receive free showerheads, faucet aerators, and/or self-closing hose nozzles from DWS. Bring the completed form in to the Water Resources & Planning Division (near the Director's Office) to receive your free fixtures!
Water Meter Sizing Worksheet: This form is used to determine the size of water meter for residential projects. Certain building permit applicants are required to fill one out to ensure that their project will not exceed their meter capacity. Property owners should complete the form and return it to the Engineering Division.
Temporary Meter Application: This form is used to apply for temporary water service. The temporary water meters are primarily utilized to provide construction projects with water service on a one year basis. An approved reduced pressure backflow preventer is required to be installed and pass testing prior to using the temporary water service. Please return the completed form to the Engineering Division along with the applicable fees, consumption schedule, certificate of insurance and location map.
Proposed Fixture Quantity Worksheet: This worksheet is intended for commercial tenant space improvements only, where the proposed work involves installation, removal, and/or replacement of water fixture(s) served by the Department of Water Supply. Only an engineer or architect licensed in the State of Hawaii may complete this worksheet. The original completed, signed, and stamped worksheet is required.
Cost List with Affidavit: This worksheet is intended for developers/owners when water system improvements are to be dedicated to the County of Maui. After the water system improvements have been constructed and have passed final inspection, the developer/owner shall submit a Cost List with the notarized Affidavit to the Engineering Division for review.