Appendix 311. WATER FACILITIES  


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  • 311.1

    Public Water Supply

    311.1.1

    Where a public water main is accessible the developer shall install, or cause to be installed, adequate water facilities (including fire hydrants) subject to the specifications and approval of the Division of Water Management, Tennessee Department of Health and Environment, the local water company or utility district, and Governmental Engineer. All water lines installed in new subdivisions shall be a minimum of six inches in diameter unless a smaller line is approved by the Division of Water Management, Tennessee Department of Health and Environment.

    311.1.2

    Water supply lines are to be located at least ten (10) feet from septic disposal systems and sewer lines.

    311.2

    Fire Hydrants

    311.2.1

    Required Fire Hydrant Locations in Lakesite

    In Lakesite, the developer shall install fire hydrants on all new streets/roads or private easements of all major subdivisions.

    311.3.1.1

    Fire hydrants shall be located no more than 1000 feet apart (measured along the street) and within 500 feet (measured along the street) of any structure. The location of all fire hydrants shall be approved by the Governmental Engineer.