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Hydrant Use Policy

The Lancaster County Water and Sewer District (LCWSD) strictly

enforces that no one except LCWSD personnel, the local fire departments, authorized

representatives of companies authorized by the LCWSD, and customers authorized

within the following procedures and requirements are approved to use a fire hydrant

within the LCWSD’s service area. This Policy was created as a result of the LCWSD’s

Vulnerability Assessment which was completed in March 2003 so as to only allow

limited use of hydrants by authorized individuals. This Policy decreases the chances of

the LCWSD’s potable drinking water supply being compromised.

In the event that a customer requests the use of a hydrant to obtain water to fill

tanker trucks or for any other purpose, the individual or company’s representative

requesting service must either:

1. Come to the LCWSD’s Warehouse facility at 1403 Kershaw Camden Highway during

normal business hours to obtain water by using the available metered hydrant

assembly located on LCWSD grounds.

Note: There are no Connection Fee Charges or Deposit Fees for hydrant use at the

LCWSD office. Only the amount of water dispensed will be billed monthly

in this situation. No deposit or other fees are needed.

2. Go to LCWSD’s website www.lcwasd.org to find the Hydrant Use Policy and the

Application for Temporary Use of Water from Fire Hydrant. Print the Application,

complete the Application, and fax the Application to 803-285-9574. Or,

Come to the LCWSD office during normal business hours (8AM to 5PM Monday

through Friday excluding Holidays) to complete the following requirements in

order to have a hydrant meter assembly placed for their use within the LCWSD’s

service area. There is a 24 hour notice required in advance before LCWSD personnel

connects a fire hydrant meter assembly to a hydrant for use.

a) Complete the appropriate hydrant use application which may be obtained from

the LCWSD office or from our website www.lcwasd.org (See attached

application).

b) Pay all required fees, charges, and deposits (debit/credit cards are accepted

with applicable service fees) (American Express, Discover, MasterCard or

Visa only) (See attached application). All fees, charges, and deposits must be

paid in full before hydrant meter will be set.

c) After 24 hours notice, LCWSD personnel will connect the LCWSD owned

hydrant meter assembly on a hydrant of the LCWSD’s choosing. The LCWSD

shall have the sole right to determine hydrant locations within the LCWSD’s

service area which will accommodate the customer. In most instances, hydrant

meter assemblies shall be located at an assessable location for minimal

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compromising of the LCWSD’s Water System and to allow the customer easy

access.

d) Once the water is used and the customer notifies the LCWSD to remove the

hydrant, LCWSD will then bill the customer for all water used.

TANK/CONTAINER REQUIREMENTS

a) All tanks/containers must only be used for water hauling purposes.

b) All tanks/containers must have an approved check valve or air gap assembly

on fill line.

Note: For all hydrants that are used for more than 30 days, there is a

non-refundable $200.00 Monthly Rental Fee associated with each

month’s bill unless approved by the LCWSD in advance which is in

addition to the required deposit.

Water withdrawn from a fire hydrant is not considered to be potable

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Unauthorized or Illegal Water Use

Unauthorized water use is a violation of LCWSD policies, rules, and regulations

and anyone who is found to have made an unauthorized use of water shall be fined and

charged an unauthorized usage fee. In addition, such customer shall also be subject to

civil or criminal penalties at the discretion of the LCWSD.

When an illegal connection to the LCWSD’s water system is found, any devices

associated with such connection shall be confiscated. A notice shall be posted stating that

the connection is illegal and that any equipment which has been confiscated may be

claimed in person at the LCWSD office, or by calling (803) 285-6919. If the person

responsible for the illegal connection is at the scene, the LCWSD shall advise the person

of the LCWSD’s water connection and metering policy, obtain any necessary information

and request that the connection be disconnected. Failure to comply with such request may

result in the LCWSD filing charges with the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office against

the offender.

The LCWSD shall calculate a bill for the unauthorized water usage based on the

currently approved unauthorized usage fee in effect at that time. Where water is also

discharged into the LCWSD’s sewer system, sewer charges shall be added at the highest

volume charge per 1,000 gallons currently approved.

Failure to meter water usage from a hydrant shall result in fine(s). Failure to show

the customer’s copy of the application shall result in fine(s).

First Offense = $100.00

Second Offense = $500.00 and/or prosecution for said offenses.

LCWSD Fax Number - (803) 285-9574

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Application for Temporary Use of Water from Fire Hydrant

Name of Applicant: ________________________________ Phone #: _______________

Mailing Address: _________________________________________________________

Location of Fire Hydrant: __________________________________________________

Purpose of Water Use: _____________________________________________________

Estimated Amount of Use: ___________________ Gallons

Dates of Usage Desired: ____________________________________________________

**CONNECTION FEE AND DEPOSIT REQUIRED**

Non-refundable Connection Fee = $20.00 per connection

Received by: _________________________ Date: ____________

Deposit Fee = $500.00 per connection

Received by: _________________________ Date: ____________

Note: Deposit Fee will be refunded according to the LCWSD’s Deposit Refund Policy

once the meter assembly has been picked up by LCWSD personnel. The Applicant is

solely responsible for the hydrant and meter assembly and their use and condition

while connected to the hydrant. Damage or theft of the meter assembly and/or any

damages sustained while in the applicants use is the sole responsibility of the

applicant. All replacing costs and/or damages to the meter assembly and/or hydrant will

be subtracted from the deposit with any remaining balance added to the monthly bill. Any

outstanding unpaid balance shall be paid prior to a hydrant meter assembly being set.

No hydrant meter assembly will be set if there is an unpaid balance for prior use.

I have read and understand the LCWSD’s Hydrant Use Policy entirely. I also

understand that any damages and/or replacement costs associated with the hydrant meter

is my sole responsibility while the meter is assigned to me.

__________________________________ _____________ ____________________________

(Applicant Name) (Date) (LCWSD Employee Collecting Fees)

_______________________________ __________________________________

(Signature of Person Requesting Meter) (Print Name of Person Requesting Meter)

__________________________ ____________ ______________________________

(LCWSD Employee Setting Meter) (Date) (Hydrant Meter Serial Number)

__________________________ ____________

(LCWSD Employee Returning Meter) (Date)

For LCWSD Use Only

Readings: _____________________ ___________________ = __________________

(Beginning) (Ending) Gallons Used

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PROCEDURES FOR OPERATING A FIRE HYDRANT

1. Only operate a hydrant with an approved fire hydrant wrench. The operating nut

on the top of the fire hydrant is a brass five-sided nut and will be damaged if

operated with anything other than a fire hydrant wrench. If you damage the nut,

you will be billed for the repairs. It is suggested that the applicant use the gate

valve provided on the meter assembly to control the amount of water used instead

of the operating nut. This will allow the hydrant to be opened completely by the

LCWSD employee installing the meter and the gate valve will be used to throttle

the amount of water needed to keep the rubber hydrant seat from receiving

unnecessary wear and damage.

2. Always open the fire hydrant no less than five turns and be aware of the opening

direction indicated usually by an arrow on the top of the hydrant. Opening the

hydrant at least five turns will keep the weep holes from running out and eroding

soil at the base of the hydrant.

3. It is very important that the fire hydrant be opened and closed very slowly. The

way to assure that you are opening and closing it slowly enough would be to take

your hand completely off of the wrench and count to five between turns. The

reason for opening and closing the fire hydrant slowly is to reduce water hammer

in the distribution system which can cause broken water mains and services. If you

do cause this type of damage, you will be billed for the cost of making the

necessary repairs.

4. When closing hydrants, do not apply extra leverage to operation wrench if hydrant

valve fails to close entirely. An obstruction may be under the hydrant valve and

further forcing of the hydrant would unnecessarily damage the rubber valve seats.

Open and close hydrants several times to flush obstruction off the seat. If after

doing this, the hydrant does not close entirely, notify the LCWSD at 803-285-

6919.

5. Replace all caps on the fire hydrant before leaving. If caps are left off, debris can

enter the barrel and can cause problems when fighting fires. This condition also

can cause damage to your own equipment if you are the next user.

6. Notify the LCWSD office of any hydrant problems.

7. If anyone is found to have violated any of the above procedures, the fire hydrant

meter assembly will be removed and the applicant will not be allowed use of the

hydrant and will be subject to any fines or damage cost the LCWSD may require.

8. During times of freezing weather conditions, it is the responsibility of the

applicant to ensure the hydrant is closed and the meter assembly is drained

properly. Any damages to the hydrant and/or meter assembly for failing to follow

these directions are the sole responsibility of the applicant.

LCWSD Fax Number - (803) 285-9574

Please send all faxes to (803) 285-9574

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