PART 1724—ELECTRIC ENGINEERING, ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES AND DESIGN POLICIES AND PROCEDURES Authority: 7 U.S.C. 901 et seq., et seq., et seq. Source: 63 FR 35314, June 29, 1998, unless otherwise noted. Subpart A—General § 1724.1 Introduction. (a) The policies, procedures and requirements in this part implement certain provisions of the standard form of loan documents between the Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and its electric borrowers. (b) All borrowers, regardless of the source of financing, shall comply with RUS' requirements with respect to design, construction standards, and the use of RUS accepted material on their electric systems. (c) Borrowers are required to use RUS contract forms only if the facilities are financed by RUS. Borrowers have three options: (1) Submit the actual contract used for review and approval; (2) Submit a certification that the required contract was used for the electric project or; (3) Submit a certification that the contract was not used but the essential and identical provisions specifically listed in the certification were used in the contract for constructing the electric facilities. [63 FR 35314, June 29, 1998, as amended at 84 FR 32617, July 9, 2019] § 1724.2 Waivers. The Administrator may waive, for good cause on a case-by-case basis, requirements and procedures of this part. § 1724.3 Definitions. Terms used in this part have the meanings set forth in § 1710.2 of this chapter. References to specific RUS forms and other RUS documents, and to specific sections or lines of such forms and documents, shall include the corresponding forms, documents, sections and lines in any subsequent revisions of these forms and documents. In addition to the terms defined in § 1710.2 of this chapter, the following terms have the following meanings for the purposes of this part: Architect Engineer Force account construction GPO NESC RE Act et seq. Repowering RUS RUS approval RUS financed [63 FR 35314, June 29, 1998, as amended at 63 FR 58284, Oct. 30, 1998] § 1724.4 Qualifications. The borrower shall ensure that: (a) All selected architects and engineers meet the applicable registration and licensing requirements of the States in which the facilities will be located; (b) All selected architects and engineers are familiar with RUS standards and requirements; and (c) All selected architects and engineers have had satisfactory experience with comparable work. § 1724.5 Submission of documents to RUS. (a) Where to send documents. (b) Contracts requiring RUS approval. i.e., (c) Contract amendments requiring RUS approval. [84 FR 32617, July 9, 2019] § 1724.6 Insurance requirements. (a) Borrowers shall ensure that all architects and engineers working under contract with the borrower have insurance coverage as required by part 1788 of this chapter. (b) Borrowers shall also ensure that all architects and engineers working under contract with the borrower have insurance coverage for Errors and Omissions (Professional Liability Insurance) in an amount at least as large as the amount of the architectural or engineering services contract but not less than $500,000. § 1724.7 Debarment and suspension. Borrowers shall comply with the requirements on debarment and suspension in connection with procurement activities set forth in 2 CFR part 180, as adopted by USDA through 2 CFR part 417, particularly with respect to lower tier transactions, e.g., [79 FR 76003, Dec. 19, 2014] § 1724.8 Restrictions on lobbying. Borrowers shall comply with the restrictions and requirements in connection with procurement activities as set forth in 2 CFR part 418. [79 FR 76003, Dec. 19, 2014] § 1724.9 Environmental review requirements. Borrowers must comply with the environmental review requirements in accordance with 7 CFR part 1970. or any successor regulations that implement the provisions of the National Environmental Policy Act. [87 FR 73442, Nov. 30, 2022] § 1724.10 Standard forms of contracts for borrowers. The standard loan agreement between RUS and its borrowers provides that, in accordance with applicable RUS regulations in this chapter, the borrower shall use standard forms of contracts promulgated by RUS for construction, procurement, engineering services, and architectural services financed by a loan made or guaranteed by RUS. This part implements these provisions of the RUS loan agreement. Subparts A through E of this part prescribe when and how borrowers are required to use RUS standard forms of contracts for engineering and architectural services. Subpart F of this part prescribes the procedures that RUS follows in promulgating standard contract forms and identifies those contract forms that borrowers are required to use for engineering and architectural services. [63 FR 58284, Oct. 30, 1998] §§ 1724.11-1724.19 [Reserved] Subpart B—Architectural Services § 1724.20 Borrowers' requirements—architectural services. The provisions of this section apply to all borrower electric system facilities regardless of the source of financing. (a) Each borrower shall select a qualified architect to perform the architectural services required for the design and construction management of headquarters facilities. The selection of the architect is not subject to RUS approval unless specifically required by RUS on a case by case basis. Architect's qualification information need not be submitted to RUS unless specifically requested by RUS on a case by case basis. (b) The architect retained by the borrower shall not be an employee of the building supplier or contractor, except in cases where the building is prefabricated and pre-engineered. (c) The architect's duties are those specified under the Architectural Services Contract and under subpart E of this part, and, as applicable, those duties assigned to the “engineer” for competitive procurement procedures in part 1726 of this chapter. (d) If the facilities are RUS financed, the borrower shall submit or require the architect to submit one copy of each construction progress report to RUS upon request. (e) Additional information concerning RUS requirements for electric borrowers' headquarters facilities are set forth in subpart E of this part. See also RUS Bulletin 1724E-400, Guide to Presentation of Building Plans and Specifications, for additional guidance. This bulletin is available from Program Development and Regulatory Analysis, Rural Utilities Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Stop 1522, 1400 Independence Ave., SW., Washington, DC 20250-1522. § 1724.21 Architectural services contracts. The provisions of this section apply only to RUS financed electric system facilities. (a) RUS Form 220, Architectural Services Contract, may be used by electric borrowers when obtaining architectural services. (b) The borrower shall ensure that the architect furnishes or obtains all architectural services related to the design and construction management of the facilities. (c) Reasonable modifications or additions to the terms and conditions in the RUS contract form may be made to define the exact services needed for a specific undertaking. Such modifications or additions shall not relieve the architect or the borrower of the basic responsibilities required by the RUS contract form, and shall not alter any terms and conditions required by law. All substantive changes must be approved by RUS prior to execution of the contract. (d) Architectural services contracts are not subject to RUS approval and need not be submitted to RUS unless specifically requested by RUS on a case by case basis. (e) Closeout. [63 FR 35314, June 29, 1998, as amended at 84 FR 32617, July 9, 2019] §§ 1724.22-1724.29 [Reserved] Subpart C—Engineering Services § 1724.30 Borrowers' requirements—engineering services. The provisions of this section apply to all borrower electric system facilities regardless of the source of financing. (a) Each borrower shall select one or more qualified persons to perform the engineering services involved in the planning (including the development of an EE Program eligible for financing pursuant to subpart H of part 1710 of this chapter, design, and construction management of the system. (b) Each borrower shall retain or employ one or more qualified engineers to inspect and certify all new construction in accordance with § 1724.32. The engineer must not be the borrower's manager. (c) The selection of the engineer is not subject to RUS approval unless specifically required by RUS on a case by case basis. Engineer's qualification information need not be submitted to RUS unless specifically requested by RUS on a case by case basis. (d) The engineer's duties are specified under the Engineering Services Contract and under part 1726 of this chapter. The borrower shall ensure that the engineer executes all certificates and other instruments pertaining to the engineering details required by RUS. (e) Additional requirements related to appropriate seismic safety measures are contained in part 1792, subpart C, of this chapter, Seismic Safety of Federally Assisted New Building Construction. (f) If the facilities are RUS financed, the borrower shall submit or require the engineer to submit one copy of each construction progress report to RUS upon RUS' request. [63 FR 35314, June 29, 1998, as amended at 78 FR 73371, Dec. 5, 2013] § 1724.31 Engineering services contracts. The provisions of this section apply only to RUS financed electric system facilities. (a) RUS contract forms for engineering services shall be used. Reasonable modifications or additions to the terms and conditions in the RUS contract form may be made to define the exact services needed for a specific undertaking. Any such modifications or additions shall not relieve the engineer or the borrower of the basic responsibilities required by the RUS contract form, and shall not alter any terms and conditions required by law. All substantive changes to the RUS contract form shall be approved by RUS prior to execution of the contract. (b) RUS Form 236, Engineering Service Contract—Electric System Design and Construction, may be used for all distribution, transmission, substation, and communications and control facilities. These contracts are not subject to RUS approval and need not be submitted to RUS unless specifically requested by RUS on a case by case basis. (c) RUS Form 211, Engineering Service Contract for the Design and Construction of a Generating Plant, shall be used for all new generating units and repowering of existing units. These contracts require RUS approval. (d) Any amendments to RUS approved engineering services contracts require RUS approval. (e) Closeout. [63 FR 35314, June 29, 1998, as amended at 84 FR 32617, July 9, 2019] § 1724.32 Inspection and certification of work order construction. The provisions of this section apply to all borrower electric system facilities regardless of the source of financing. (a) The borrower shall ensure that all field inspection and related services are performed within 6 months of the completion of construction, and are performed by a licensed engineer, except that a subordinate of the licensed engineer may make the inspection, provided the following conditions are met: (1) The inspection by the subordinate is satisfactory to the borrower; (2) This practice is acceptable under applicable requirements of the States in which the facilities are located; (3) The subordinate is experienced in making such inspections; (4) The name of the person making the inspection is included in the certification; and (5) The licensed engineer signs such certification which appears on the inventory of work orders. (b) The inspection shall include a representative and sufficient amount of construction listed on each RUS Form 219, Inventory of Work Orders (or comparable form), being inspected to assure the engineer that the construction is acceptable. Each work order that was field inspected shall be indicated on RUS Form 219 (or comparable form.) The inspection services shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (1) Determination that construction conforms to RUS specifications and standards and to the requirements of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), State codes, and local codes; (2) Determination that the staking sheets or as-built drawings represent the construction completed and inspected; (3) Preparation of a list of construction clean-up notes and staking sheet discrepancies to be furnished to the owner to permit correction of construction, staking sheets, other records, and work order inventories; (4) Reinspection of construction corrected as a result of the engineer's report; (5) Noting, initialing, and dating the staking or structure sheets or as-built drawings and noting the corresponding work order entry for line construction; and (6) Noting, initialing, and dating the as-built drawings or sketches for generating plants, substations, and other major facilities. (c) Certification. I hereby certify that sufficient inspection has been made of the construction reported by this inventory to give me reasonable assurance that the construction complies with applicable specifications and standards and meets appropriate code requirements as to strength and safety. This certification is in accordance with acceptable engineering practice. (2) A certification must also include the name of the inspector, name of the firm, signature of the licensed engineer, the engineer's State license number, and the date of signature. §§ 1724.33-1724.39 [Reserved] Subpart D—Electric System Planning § 1724.40 General. Borrowers shall have ongoing, integrated planning to determine their short-term and long-term needs for plant additions, improvements, replacements, and retirements for their electric systems. The primary components of the planning system consist of long-range engineering plans and construction work plans. Long-range engineering plans identify plant investments required over a long-range period, 10 years or more. Construction work plans specify and document plant requirements for a shorter term, 2 to 4 years. Long-range engineering plans and construction work plans shall be in accordance with part 1710, subpart F, of this chapter. See also RUS Bulletins 1724D-101A, Electric System Long-Range Planning Guide, and 1724D-101B, System Planning Guide, Construction Work Plans, for additional guidance. These bulletins are available at https://www.rd.usda.gov/resources/regulations/bulletins. [63 FR 35314, June 29, 1998, as amended at 87 FR 73442, Nov. 30, 2022] §§ 1724.41-1724.49 [Reserved] Subpart E—Electric System Design § 1724.50 Compliance with National Electrical Safety Code (NESC). The provisions of this section apply to all borrower electric system facilities regardless of the source of financing. (a) A borrower shall ensure that its electric system, including all electric distribution, transmission, and generating facilities, is designed, constructed, operated, and maintained in accordance with all applicable provisions of the most current and accepted criteria of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and all applicable and current electrical and safety requirements of any State or local governmental entity. Copies of the NESC may be obtained from the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers, Inc., 445 Hoes Lane, Piscataway, NJ 08855. This requirement applies to the borrower's electric system regardless of the source of financing. (b) Any electrical standard requirements established by RUS are in addition to, and not in substitution for or a modification of, the most current and accepted criteria of the NESC and any applicable electrical or safety requirements of any State or local governmental entity. (c) Overhead distribution circuits shall be constructed with not less than the Grade C strength requirements as described in Section 26, Strength Requirements, of the NESC when subjected to the loads specified in NESC Section 25, Loadings for Grades B and C. Overhead transmission circuits shall be constructed with not less than the Grade B strength requirements as described in NESC Section 26. § 1724.51 Design requirements. The provisions of this section apply to all borrower electric system facilities regardless of the source of financing. (a) Distribution. (b) Transmission lines. (2) Design data consists of all significant design features, including, but not limited to, transmission line design data summary, general description of terrain, right-of-way calculations, discussion concerning conductor and structure selection, conductor sag and tension information, design clearances, span limitations due to clearances, galloping or conductor separation, design loads, structure strength limitations, insulator selection and design, guying requirements, and vibration considerations. For lines composed of steel or concrete poles, or steel towers, in which load information will be used to purchase the structures, the design data shall also include loading trees, structure configuration and selection, and a discussion concerning foundation selection. (3) Line design data for uprating transmission lines to higher voltage levels or capacity must be approved by RUS. (4) Transmission line design data which has received RUS approval in connection with a previous transmission line construction project for a particular borrower is considered approved by RUS for that borrower, provided that: (i) The conditions on the project fall within the design data previously approved; and (ii) No significant NESC revisions have occurred. (c) Substations. (2) Design data consists of all significant design features, including, but not limited to, a discussion of site considerations, oil spill prevention measures, design considerations covering voltage, capacity, shielding, clearances, number of low and high voltage phases, major equipment, foundation design parameters, design loads for line support structures and the control house, seismic considerations, corrosion, grounding, protective relaying, and AC and DC auxiliary systems. Reference to applicable safety codes and construction standards are also to be included. (3) Substation design data which has received RUS approval in connection with a previous substation construction project for a particular borrower is considered approved by RUS for that borrower, provided that: (i) The conditions on the project fall within the design data previously approved; and (ii) No significant NESC revisions have occurred. (d) Generating facilities. (2) For all new generation units and for all repowering projects, the design outline shall be approved by RUS, unless RUS determines that a design outline is not needed for a particular project. (3) The design outline will include all significant design criteria. During the early stages of the project, RUS will, in consultation with the borrower and its consulting engineer, identify the specific items which are to be included in the design outline. (e) Headquarters Applicable laws. (i) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, (29 U.S.C. 794), which states that no qualified individual with a handicap shall, solely by reason of their handicap, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. The Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (41 CFR part 101-19, subpart 101-19.6, appendix A) are the applicable standards for all new or altered borrower buildings, regardless of the source of financing. (ii) The Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4151), which requires that buildings financed with Federal funds are designed and constructed to be accessible to the physically handicapped. (iii) The Earthquake Hazards Reduction Act of 1977 (42 U.S.C. 7701 et seq. (2) The borrower shall provide evidence, satisfactory in form and substance to the Administrator, that each building will be designed and built in compliance with all Federal, State, and local requirements. (f) Communications and control. (2) The performance considerations for a new or replacement master system must be approved by RUS. A master system includes the main controller and related equipment at the main control point. Performance considerations include all major system features and their justification, including, but not limited to, the objectives of the system, the types of parameters to be controlled or monitored, the communication media, alternatives considered, and provisions for future needs. [63 FR 35314, June 29, 1998, as amended at 84 FR 32617, July 9, 2019; 87 FR 73442, Nov. 30, 2022] § 1724.52 Permitted deviations from RUS construction standards. The provisions of this section apply to all borrower electric system facilities regardless of the source of financing. (a) Structures for raptor protection. (i) Structures are designed and constructed in accordance with “Suggested Practices for Raptor Protection on Powerlines: The State of the Art in 1996” (Suggested Practices for Raptor Protection); and, (ii) Structures are in accordance with the NESC and applicable State and local regulations. (2) Any deviation from the RUS construction standards for the purpose of raptor protection, which is not in accordance with the Suggested Practices for Raptor Protection, must be approved by RUS prior to construction. “Suggested Practices for Raptor Protection on Powerlines: The State of the Art in 1996,” published by the Edison Electric Institute/Raptor Research Foundation, is hereby incorporated by reference. This incorporation by reference is approved by the Director of the Office of the Federal Register in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. Copies of this publication may be obtained from the Raptor Research Foundation, Inc., c/o Jim Fitzpatrick, Treasurer, Carpenter Nature Center, 12805 St. Croix Trail South, Hastings, Minnesota 55033. It is also available for inspection during normal business hours at RUS, Electric Staff Division, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC, Room 1246-S, and at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html. (b) Transformer neutral connections. (c) Lowering of neutral conductor on overhead distribution lines. (2) It is permissible to lower the transformer and associated neutral attachment up to two feet (0.6 m) to provide adequate clearance between the cutouts and single-phase, conventional distribution transformers. (3) It is permissible to lower the neutral attachment on standard construction pole-top assemblies an additional distance of up to six feet (2 m) for the purpose of performing construction and future line maintenance on these assemblies from bucket trucks designed for such work. [63 FR 35314, June 29, 1998, as amended at 69 FR 18803, Apr. 9, 2004] § 1724.53 Preparation of plans and specifications. The provisions of this section apply to all borrower electric system facilities regardless of the source of financing. (a) General. (2) Plans and specifications for distribution, transmission, or generating facilities must be based on a construction work plan (as amended, if applicable), engineering study or construction program which has been approved by RUS if financing for the facilities will at any time be requested from RUS. (b) Composition of plans and specifications package. (i) Distribution lines. (ii) Transmission lines. (iii) Substations. (iv) Headquarters. (A) A plot plan showing the location of the proposed building plus paving and site development; (B) A one line drawing (floor plan and elevation view), to scale, of the proposed building with overall dimensions shown; and (C) An outline specification including materials to be used (type of frame, exterior finish, foundation, insulation, etc.); and (v) Other facilities (e.g., generation and communications and control facilities). (2) For contract work, the appropriate standard RUS construction contract form shall be used as required by part 1726 of this chapter. § 1724.54 Requirements for RUS approval of plans and specifications. The provisions of this section apply only to RUS financed electric system facilities. (a) For any contract subject to RUS approval in accordance with part 1726 of this chapter, the borrower shall obtain RUS approval of the plans and specifications, as part of the proposed bid package, prior to requesting bids. RUS may require approval of other plans and specifications on a case by case basis. (b) Distribution lines. (c) Transmission lines. (2) Unless RUS approval is required by paragraph (a) of this section, plans and specifications for transmission construction which use previously approved design data and standard structures do not require RUS approval. Plans and specifications for related work, such as right-of-way clearing, equipment, and materials, do not require RUS approval unless required by paragraph (a) of this section. (d) Substations. (A) The substation design has been previously approved by RUS; and (B) No significant NESC revisions have occurred. (ii) The borrower shall notify RUS in writing, which may include the Construction Work Plan or amendment thereto that contains the proposed new substation, that a previously approved design will be used, including identification of the previously approved design. (2) Unless RUS approval is required by paragraph (a) of this section, plans and specifications for substation modifications and for substations using previously approved designs do not require RUS approval. (e) Generation facilities. (2) The borrower shall obtain RUS approval, prior to issuing invitations to bid, of the terms and conditions for all generating plant equipment or construction contracts which will cost $5,000,000 or more, provided however that the terms of any indenture or other agreement between RUS and the borrower supersede the requirement of RUS approval contained herein. Unless RUS approval is required by paragraph (a) of this section, plans and specifications for generating plant equipment and construction do not require RUS approval. (f) Headquarters buildings. (2) Unless RUS approval is required by paragraph (a) of this section, plans and specifications for headquarters buildings do not require RUS approval. The application must show floor area and estimated cost breakdown between office building space and space for equipment warehousing and service facilities, and include a one line drawing (floor plan and elevation view), to scale, of the proposed building with overall dimensions shown. The information concerning the planned building may be included in the borrower's construction work plan in lieu of submitting it with the application. ( See See (g) Communications and control facilities. (2) The borrower shall obtain RUS approval, prior to issuing invitations to bid, of the terms and conditions for communications and control facilities contracts which will cost $1,500,000 or more; provided however that the terms of any indenture or other agreement between RUS and the borrower supersede the requirement of RUS approval contained herein. Unless RUS approval is required by paragraph (a) of this section, plans and specifications for communications and control facilities do not require RUS approval. (h) Terms and conditions include the RUS standard form of contract, general and special conditions, and any other non-technical provisions of the contract. Terms and conditions which have received RUS approval in connection with a previous contract for a particular borrower are considered approved by RUS for that borrower. [63 FR 35314, June 29, 1998, as amended at 65 FR 63196, Oct. 23, 2000; 77 FR 3071, Jan. 23, 2012; 84 FR 32617, July 9, 2019; 87 FR 73442, Nov. 30, 2022] § 1724.55 Dam safety. (a) The provisions of this section apply only to RUS financed electric system facilities. (1)(i) Any borrower that owns or operates a RUS financed dam must utilize the“Federal Guidelines for Dam Safety,”(Guidelines), as applicable. A dam, as more fully defined in the Guidelines, is generally any artificial barrier which either: (A) Is 25 feet (8 m) or more in height; or (B) Has an impounding capacity at maximum water storage elevation of 55 acre-feet (68,000 m 3 (ii) The“Federal Guidelines for Dam Safety,”FEMA 93, June, 1979, published by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), is hereby incorporated by reference. This incorporation by reference is approved by the Director of the Office of the Federal Register in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. Copies of the“Federal Guidelines for Dam Safety”may be obtained from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Mitigation Directorate, PO Box 2012, Jessup, MD 20794. It is also available for inspection during normal business hours at RUS, Electric Staff Division, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC, Room 1246-S, and at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html. (2) The borrower shall evaluate the hazard potential of its dams in accordance with Appendix E of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Engineering and Design Dam Safety Assurance Program, ER 1110-2-1155, July 31, 1995. A summary of the hazard potential criteria is included for information as Appendix A to this subpart. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Engineering and Design Dam Safety Assurance Program, ER 1110-2-1155, July 31, 1995, published by the United States Army Corps of Engineers, is hereby incorporated by reference. This incorporation by reference is approved by the Director of the Office of the Federal Register in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. Copies of the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers Engineering and Design Dam Safety Assurance Program may be obtained from the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, Publications Depot, 2803 52nd Ave., Hyattsville, MD 20781. It is also available for inspection during normal business hours at RUS, Electric Staff Division, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC, Room 1246-S, and at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html. (3) For high hazard potential dams, the borrower must obtain an independent review of the design and critical features of construction. The reviewer must have demonstrated experience in the design and construction of dams of a similar size and nature. The reviewer must be a qualified engineer not involved in the original design of the dam or a Federal or State agency responsible for dam safety. The reviewer must be approved by RUS. (4) The independent review of design must include, but not necessarily be limited to, plans, specifications, design calculations, subsurface investigation reports, hydrology reports, and redesigns which result from encountering unanticipated or unusual conditions during construction. (5) The independent review of construction shall include: (i) Foundation preparation and treatment. (ii) Fill placement. (6) If the reviewer disagrees with any aspect of the design or construction which could affect the safety of the dam, then the borrower must meet with the design engineer and the reviewer to resolve the disagreements. (7) Emergency action plan. (b)(1) For more information and guidance, the following publications regarding dam safety are available from FEMA: (i)“Emergency Action Planning Guidelines for Dams,”FEMA 64. (ii)“Federal Guidelines for Earthquake Analysis and Design of Dams,”FEMA 65. (iii)“Federal Guidelines for Selecting and Accommodating Inflow Design Floods for Dams,”FEMA 94. (iv)“Dam Safety: An Owner's Guidance Manual,”FEMA 145, August, 1987. (2) These publications may be obtained from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Mitigation Directorate, PO Box 2012, Jessup, MD 20794. [63 FR 35314, June 29, 1998, as amended at 69 FR 18803, Apr. 9, 2004; 84 FR 32617, July 9, 2019] §§ 1724.56-1724.69 [Reserved] Appendix A to Subpart E of Part 1724—Hazard Potential Classification for Civil Works Projects The source for this appendix is U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Engineering and Design Dam Safety Assurance Program, ER 1110-2-1155, Appendix E. Appendix E is available from the address listed in § 1724.55(a)(2). Category 1 Low Significant High Direct Loss of Life 2 None expected (due to rural location with no permanent structures for human habitation) Uncertain (rural location with few residences and only transient or industrial development) Certain (one or more extensive residential, commercial or industrial development). Lifeline Losses 3 No disruption of services—repairs are cosmetic or rapidly repairable damage Disruption of essential facilities and access Disruption of critical facilities and access. Property Losses 4 Private agricultural lands, equipment and isolated buildings Major public and private facilities Extensive public and private facilities. Environmental Losses 5 Minimal incremental damage Major mitigation required Extensive mitigation cost or impossible to mitigate. Notes: 1 2 3 4 5 Subpart F—RUS Contract Forms § 1724.70 Standard forms of contracts for borrowers. (a) General. (b) Contract forms. https://www.rd.usda.gov/resources/directives/electric-sample-documents. [63 FR 58284, Oct. 30, 1998, as amended at 87 FR 73442, Nov. 30, 2022] § 1724.71 Borrower contractual obligations. (a) Loan agreement. (b) Compliance. (c) Amendment. (d) Waiver. (e) Violations. [63 FR 58285, Oct. 30, 1998, as amended at 69 FR 7108, Feb. 13, 2004; 87 FR 73442, Nov. 30, 2022] § 1724.72 Notice and publication of listed contract forms. (a) Notice. (b) Availability. [63 FR 58285, Oct. 30, 1998] § 1724.73 Promulgation of new or revised contract forms. RUS may, from time to time, undertake to promulgate new contract forms or revise or eliminate existing contract forms. In so doing, RUS shall publish notice of rulemaking in the Federal Register Federal Register [63 FR 58285, Oct. 30, 1998] § 1724.74 List of electric program standard contract forms. (a) General. i.e., i.e., (b) Issuance date. (c) List of required contract forms. (2) RUS Form 220, Rev. 6-98, Architectural Services Contract. This form is used for architectural services for building construction. (3) RUS Form 236, Rev. 6-98, Engineering Service Contract—Electric System Design and Construction. This form is used for engineering services for distribution, transmission, substation, and communications and control facilities. (d) List of guidance contract forms. (2) RUS Form 215, Rev. 5-67, Engineering Service Contract—System Planning. This form is used for engineering services for system planning. (3) RUS Form 234, Rev. 3-57, Final Statement of Engineering Fee. This form is used for the closeout of engineering services contracts. (4) RUS Form 241, Rev. 3-56, Amendment of Engineering Service Contract. This form is used for amending engineering service contracts. (5) RUS Form 244, Rev. 12-55, Engineering Service Contract—Special Services. This form is used for miscellaneous engineering services. (6) RUS Form 258, Rev. 4-58, Amendment of Engineering Service Contract—Additional Project. This form is used for amending engineering service contracts to add an additional project. (7) RUS Form 284, Rev. 4-72, Final Statement of Cost for Architectural Service. This form is used for the closeout of architectural services contracts. (8) RUS Form 297, Rev. 12-55, Engineering Service Contract—Retainer for Consultation Service. This form is used for engineering services for consultation service on a retainer basis. (9) RUS Form 459, Rev. 9-58, Engineering Service Contract—Power Study. This form is used for engineering services for power studies. [63 FR 58285, Oct. 30, 1998, as amended at 65 FR 63196, Oct. 23, 2000; 69 FR 52595, Aug. 27, 2004] §§ 1724.75-1724.99 [Reserved]