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Fire Hydrant Usage Policy

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Effective April 1, 2014, the City of Kirkwood updated its policies and procedures for fire hydrant usage. To ensure compliance and proper water usage, please follow the steps below:

How to Use a Kirkwood Fire Hydrant

  1. Obtain a Permit

    • Fire hydrant use is permitted only with an approved permit from Kirkwood Water.
    • Operating a fire hydrant without a permit is illegal.

  1. Schedule Installation of a Water Meter

    • A Kirkwood Water employee will install and remove the water meter on the fire hydrant to measure usage.
    • To schedule installation, contact Kirkwood Water at 314-984-5936 or visit us at 212 S Taylor Ave, Kirkwood.
    • Please provide at least 24 hours’ notice; same-day requests cannot be accommodated.
    • Be ready to provide the exact address or intersection of the hydrant location for your permit.

  1. Submit Required Documents

    • Provide a copy of the current backflow test report for the backflow device you will use.
    • Download and complete the Fire Hyrdant Use Permit form. This interactive form allows you to fill it out digitally, print, and sign.
    • Email the completed form and backflow test report to degreetl@kirkwoodmo.org to eliminate the need for an in-person visit.
    • Once approved, we’ll email the permit back to you. Be sure to keep a copy of the approved permit with you at the job site.

Fees

  • Hydrant Usage Fee: $15.00 minimum (includes 12 CCF of water). Additional water usage is billed at $3.54 per CCF.
  • Inspection Fee: $15.00 per hydrant. Inspections are conducted when the permit period expires.

An invoice will be sent to your company by the City’s Finance Department for all applicable charges. Payment is due within 15 days of receipt.

Important Notes

  • Kirkwood Water inspects all fire hydrant usage.
  • Proper documentation, including your approved permit, must be present at the job site at all times.

For any questions or to schedule hydrant use, please contact Kirkwood Water at 314-984-5936. Thank you for ensuring safe and lawful hydrant operations in Kirkwood!