Dry Hydrant
Definition:   A non-pressurized permanent pipe assembly system installed into water source that permits the withdrawl of water by suction.

Purpose:   Provide access to water supplies for use in combating wildfire, and prescribed burning.

Conditions Where Practice Applies:
               
                 a.  Where a dependable source of water (capable of
                      supplying 250 gallons per minute for a continuous
                      2-hr period) and where it is necessary to draft water
                      for fire protection.
                 b.  Exceptions are allowed for udergroud 10,000 gallon
                      tanks where surface water supplies are not available.



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