Virginia regulations · Through 2026 Regular Session (effective July 1, 2026)

12VAC5-462-290: Water quality standards

Where this section sits in the code

Title 12. Health
Agency 5. Department of Health
Chapter 462. Swimming Pool Regulations Governing the Posting of Water Quality Test Results
Part IV. Posting Requirements
Article 4. Hearings and Appeals

Free chlorine and bromine residuals and pH values and temperature shall be continuously maintained within the following ranges:

1. Pools.

Water Quality Standards

Free Residual Disinfectant

Minimum

Maximum

Chlorine

1.0 ppm

3.0 ppm

Bromine

2.0 ppm

4.0 ppm

7.2

7.8

Temperature

none

104° Fahrenheit

(40° Celsius)

(Heated Pools Only)

2. Spas.

Water Quality Standards

Free Residual Disinfectant

Minimum

Maximum

Chlorine

2.0 ppm

10.0 ppm

Bromine

2.0 ppm

10.0 ppm

7.2

7.8

Temperature

none

104° Fahrenheit

(40° Celsius)

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