Common use of Wet Well Clause in Contracts

Wet Well. Unless the station is of such size that variable speed drive pumps are justified, the shape of the wet well shall be cylindrical and the detention time should be such that the deposition of solids is minimized and the sewage does not become septic. An access hatch (4’ x 4’ minimum) with an approved safety grate shall be provided at the top of the deck as required by the City. The bottom of the wet well shall slope toward a flat bench area wide enough for the worker to stand on without depending on the sloped area as a footing surface.