Annual Wet Barrel Fire Hydrant Maintenance Checklist

This annual preventive maintenance checklist guides teams through the inspection and servicing of wet barrel fire hydrants. Tasks include clearing obstructions, verifying outlet height and plumb position, inspecting gaskets and threads, checking for leaks and barrel cracks, removing and reseating caps, flushing until water runs clear, pumping out standing water if drains are plugged, and lubricating all threads before confirming caps are hand-tight. Use it to document work orders, tools and materials used, time spent, and compliance with local standards to keep hydrants reliable and response-ready.