With a hydrant inventory of over 5,000, proper maintenance and upkeep is essential for firefighting operations.

Some of the maintenance duties performed are:

  • Clearing weeds, shrubs, and other obstructions to ensure hydrant visibility
  • Painting the hydrant to prevent degradation and to ensure visibility
  • Numbering the hydrant for accurate record keeping and inventory
  • Opening and closing the valves to ensure proper operation
  • Conducting periodic flow tests and flushing hydrants to:
  • Keep water clear and free of debris that may damage fire equipment
  • Help keep impurities from your water to ensure water quality and freshness
  • Assisting sprinkler companies in conducting water flow tests to ensure adequate water supply to sprinkler systems

Reporting Problems

If you are aware of any problems with a hydrant, please feel free to contact our office at (770) 641-3730