| Temporary Use of Fire Hydrants
Charleston Water System issues permits for temporary water use through designated fire hydrants.
For more information, please review the Transient and Non-Transient Usage Policy or call (843) 727-7148.
Rates for Temporary Hydrant Use
Transient & Non-transient
Effective January 1, 2008
| NON-TRANSIENT WATER USAGE |
| Connection |
Duration |
Fee |
| ¾” |
7-days or less |
$140.00 |
| 1.5” |
7-days or less |
$350.00 |
| ¾” |
7-90 days |
$350.00 |
| 1.5” |
7-90 days |
$700.00 |
| ¾” |
1-month ext. |
$140.00 |
| 1.5” |
1-month ext. |
$280.00 |
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| TRANSIENT WATER USAGE |
Class |
Tank Capacity
(in gallons) |
Annual Fee |
| Class 1 |
3,000 gal. or more |
$2,000.00 |
| Class 2 |
2,000-2,999 gal. |
$1,500.00 |
| Class 3 |
1,000-1,999 gal. |
$1,000.00 |
| Class 4 |
501-999 gal. |
$750.00 |
| Class 5 |
500 gal. or less |
$500.00 |
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