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Learn about the regulations and best practices for installing pipelines in Indiana for water conveyance to benefit livestock, wildlife, and recreation. This guide covers working pressure, backflow requirements, installation depths, and materials for pipeline installation. Find out more at the provided link.
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Pipeline (516) • Purpose: Conveying Water from a Source of Supply to Points of Use for Livestock, Wildlife, or Recreation. • Most Pipelines in Indiana are to provide water for grazing livestock
Pipeline Standard (516) • Working pressure shall not exceed 72% of the pressure rating of the pipe • Approved backflow device shall be installed if the pipeline may be used for human consumption • Will be buried below frost line or protected from freezing
Pipeline Installation • Must be installed to the minimum depth specified on the plans • Typically 24” to 36” depending on area of the state • System shall be pressure tested at the designed working pressure for 2 hours
Pipeline Installation • If limestone or large rock is encountered, the pipe may need bedding: • Trench shall be undercut a minimum of 4 inches • 4 inches of sand, compacted fine grain soils, crushed limestone (#11) or pea gravel • Final backfill material shall be free of large rocks, frozen clods, and other debris greater than 3 inches in diameter
Installation Report IN-ENG-74 http://www.in.nrcs.usda.gov/technical/engineering/ConsDrawings/pdf/in-eng-74.pdf
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