Wastewater Collection - Module 2
The Texas Water Code is the state law for water pollution control in Texas. - correct
answer-True
The TCEQ is the primary state agency having authority for water pollution control in Texas. -
correct answer-True
Responsibilities of the TCEQ include construction approval, operator licensing, inspections
and fees, enforcement and penalties, issuing permits, and setting pay scales. - correct
answer-False
Municipalities can review wastewater system projects in lieu of TCEQ by submitting
notification of intent to review. - correct answer-True
The TCEQ can revoke an operator's license if the plant design is at fault. - correct
answer-False
Wastewater system records are private information and cannot be examined or copied by
the TCEQ. - correct answer-False
If an accidental discharge or spill occurs the TCEQ must be notified within 24 days. - correct
answer-False
If a water quality violation occurs, the TCEQ may assess an administrative penalty up to
$1000 per day per violation. - correct answer-False
No one can construct a treatment plant without a permit except with the TCEQ approval. -
correct answer-True
The TCEQ sets permit conditions including permit duration, quality of discharge, discharge
point, reporting requirements, and
A. Pump supplier
B. Sludge volume
C. Design engineer
D. Maximum discharge - correct answer-Maximum discharge
TCEQ shares authority with agencies including the _____ department.
A. Public Safety
B. Human Services
C. Parks and Wildlife
D. Criminal Justice - correct answer-Parks and Wildlife
Local governments must inspect water quality to determine that
A. Standards are met
B. Discharges permitted
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