(A) All subdivisions shall be served by the existing Smithville public water supply system. The subdivider shall be responsible for installing the water supply line to the subdivision and providing a lateral connection to each lot. Water mains and laterals shall be of acceptable size to service future needs of the proposed subdivision, both for domestic use or other appropriate land use and for fire protection purposes. All water lines are to be looped where possible. Where looping of lines is not possible, a blow-off and/or hydrant shall be installed to permit bleeding of the line.
(B) All water system extensions shall be approved by Ohio EPA prior to final village approval. Water mains shall be installed to the boundaries of the subdivision to permit future extensions. All water lines and facilities shall be constructed in accordance with the Village of Smithville Construction and Material Specifications and Standard Construction Drawings.
(1) Depth. The minimum depth for installation of water lines shall be 48 inches to the top of pipe. Maximum depth of water lines shall be not more than 72 inches to the top of pipe.
(2) Hydrants. The maximum distance between hydrants shall be 500 feet.
(3) Valves. There shall be a minimum of three valves placed at each intersection. One valve shall be placed every 800 feet of main line.
(4) Location. All valves main and service and all stubs will be marked with 4 inches x 4 inches x 10 feet post.
(5) Backfill. All excavations under or within two feet of streets and driveways shall be backfilled with 304 aggregate material compacted in 12 inch lifts.
(6) Testing. All water lines shall be tested and disinfected prior to being placed in service. No line shall be placed in service without prior authorization from the village.
(Ord. passed 5-10-2001)