IRC 2021 · Model

Chapter 29: Encroachments Into Public Right Of Way

27 sections in this chapter of the IRC 2021 model text — not Model's amended edition.

2903.7 Size of water-service mains, branch mains and risers The size of the water service pipe shall be not less than 3/4 inch (19 mm) diameter. The size of water service mains, branch mains and risers shall be determined from the water supply demand [gpm (L/m)], available water pressure [psi (kPa)] and friction loss caused by the water meter and developed length of pipe [feet (m)], including equivalent length of fittings. The size of each water distribution system shall be determined according to design methods conforming to…

Plain-English guides for this chapter
  1. 2903.7Size of water-service mains, branch mains and risers
  2. 2903.8Gridded and parallel water distribution systems
  3. 2903.9Valves
  4. P2501.2Application
  5. P2901.1Potable water required
  6. P2902.1General
  7. P2902.2Plumbing fixtures
  8. P2902.4Protection of potable water outlets
  9. P2902.5Protection of potable water connections
  10. P2903.1Water supply system design criteria
  11. P2903.2Maximum flow and water consumption
  12. P2903.3Minimum pressure
  13. P2903.3.1Pumps handling drinking water
  14. P2903.4Thermal expansion control
  15. P2903.5Water hammer
  16. P2904.1General
  17. P2905.1Heated water circulation systems and heat trace systems
  18. P2905.2Demand recirculation systems
  19. P2906.1Soil and groundwater
  20. P2906.2Lead content
  21. P2906.4Water service pipe
  22. P2906.5Water distribution pipe
  23. P2906.6Fittings
  24. P2907.1Bends
  25. P2908.1General
  26. P2910.1Scope
  27. P2911.1General

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