Wastewater Standard Specifications

Gravity Sewer Collection Systems

Gravity Sewer Collection Systems Policy Memo

Below are the design guidelines and criteria for the design and construction of a gravity sewer collection system within the SJWTX service area.

• Until further notice, SJWTX shall adopt the same design and construction standards as the San Antonio Water System (SAWS). The latest version of SAWS standards shall apply. You can find these standards on the SAWS website at http://www.saws.org/business_center/design/
• Exceptions to the SAWS design standards may be submitted for review and approval on a case by case basis to the Engineering Department at SJWTX.
• Design consultants are highly encouraged to contact the Engineering Department as early as possible when beginning the design of any gravity sewer system within the SJWTX service area.

Pressure Sewer Collection Systems

Pressure Sewer Collection Systems Policy Memo

Below are the design guidelines and criteria for the design and construction of a gravity sewer collection system within the SJWTX service area.

• Until further notice, SJWTX shall adopt the same design and construction standards as found in the Orenco Systems Effluent Sewer Design Manual. The latest version of these standards shall apply. You can find these standards on the Orenco Systems website at http://www.orenco.com/corporate/technical_resources/designer_update.cfm
• Exceptions to these design standards may be submitted for review and approval on a case by case basis to the Engineering Department at SJWTX.
• Design consultants are highly encouraged to contact the Engineering Department as early as possible when beginning the design of any gravity sewer system within the SJWTX service area.