### Question
How does SAFETY OF PUBLIC WATER SYSTEMS define public works department or agency?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 300j*, **public works department or agency** is defined as:

> a political subdivision of a local, county, or regional government that designs, builds, operates, and maintains water infrastructure, sewage and refuse disposal systems, and other public water systems and facilities

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 300j*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER XII-SAFETY OF PUBLIC WATER SYSTEMS > Part E-General Provisions**

