Private Fire Hydrants and Water Main Requirements

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Privately owned fire hydrants and water mains shall be inspected, tested, and maintained in accordance with the Connecticut State Fire Prevention Code and NFPA-25.

Please click here for a map of the private fire hydrants: Private Hydrant Map

The following requirements shall be observed:

  • A 36-inch clear space shall be maintained around the circumference of fire hydrants except as otherwise required or approved. (CSFPC 18.5.7.1)
  • A clear space of not less than 60-inches shall be provided in front of each hydrant connection having a diameter greater than 2 1/2 inches. (CSFPC 18.5.7.2)
  • Fire hydrants shall be inspected, flowed, and maintained annually by qualified personnel. Documentation of the testing shall be provided to the Manchester Fire Department, Fire Marshal’s Division. (NFPA-25 7.1.1.2) • Underground fire service mains shall be flow-tested every 5 years. (NFPA-25 7.1.1.2)
  • Fire hydrants shall be marked with an approved flag or other device affixed to or proximate to the fire hydrant where required by the AHJ. (CSFPC 18.5.10.2)
  • Hydrants shall be painted periodically. Paint for hydrants shall be high performance industrial coating alkyd enamel. Paint shall have a high gloss finish. Paint colors shall be Fire Hydrant Red (245385) for left-opening (counterclockwise) hydrants or Yellow (245488) for right-opening (clockwise) hydrants as manufactured by Rust-Oleum Corporation or approved equal. Surface preparation and paint application shall be in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
  • Out of service hydrants shall be covered with a bag or have an “Out of Service” ring affixed. The Fire Marshal’s Division shall be notified of the out of service condition immediately. An email shall be sent to firemarshal@manchesterct.gov

 

Town of Manchester Water & Sewer Department Approved List of Construction Materials(PDF, 122KB)

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