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City of Ames

Water & Pollution Control Department

300 East 5th Street
Building 1
Ames, Iowa 50010

Phone:
(515) 239-5150

FAX:
(515) 239-5251

Water and Pollution Control Department

Hydrant Meter Policy

Information  |  Staff   |  Backflow   |   Meter Replacement  
Obtain a Meter   |  Yard Meters   |   Fees   |  FAQ  

 

Hydrant Meter Policy
  A completed hydrant meter application must be submitted to the City of Ames Water Meter Division to obtain a hydrant meter. Click here to print an application.
  Hydrant meter will be installed and removed only by a City of Ames Water Meter Division employee.
  Customer must be present at time of hydrant meter installation.
  Hydrant will be turned on and off only by a City of Ames Water Meter Division employee.
  Backflow device will be tested by City of Ames Water Meter Division employee at time of installation and removal.
  Charges will be applied if hydrant meter and/or backflow device is damaged, moved, and if hydrant is turned on/off by the customer.
  Each hydrant installation will be reviewed every 30 days to determine necessity.   
 
Contact the Water Meter Division at (515) 239-5151 for current hydrant meter fees.