Ridgewood Water Begins Annual System-Wide Fire Hydrant Inspections
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Water has officially launched its annual fire hydrant inspection program across its full service area. Crew members are actively testing and inspecting all 1,767 fire hydrants throughout the system to ensure maximum readiness and emergency reliability.
These routine checks are vital to ensuring hydrants operate properly when firefighters need them most during an emergency.
What Crews Check During Annual Inspections
The annual inspection process involves a multi-point evaluation of each individual hydrant to identify maintenance needs before they become critical issues.
Technicians inspect for:
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Physical Obstructions: Clearing overgrown brush, debris, or structures that could block immediate access.
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Structural Integrity: Checking for cracked, missing, or damaged caps.
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Mechanical Components: Inspecting for leaky or broken nozzles, worn gaskets, and faulty operating valves.
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Leak Detection: Testing main valves to ensure there are no hidden underground or pressure leaks.
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Water Flow & Pressure: Testing flow rates to ensure proper water volume for firefighting operations.
Protecting Local Infrastructure and Emergency Response
Beyond ensuring life-saving water access during fires, these proactive checks help maintain the long-term health and pressure balance of the entire Ridgewood Water distribution network. By identifying minor repairs early, the utility prevents larger main breaks and safeguards clean, reliable water service for all residents.
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