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The following documents are provided for developers constructing water mains within the City of Columbia's water territory. The official, signed copy of these documents are on file with the Columbia Water & Light Engineering Division and might include updates that have not been posted on the web site yet. The web documents are only meant as a reference. All documents listed below are .pdf files.
Water Main Construction Specifications (link to all sections without drawings)
Table of Contents
A. Authority
D. Responsibilities of Contractor and Owner
E. Materials
G. Location
H. Excavation and Preparation of the Trench
I. Pipe Laying
J. Anchorage
K. Backfilling
L. Testing
N. Seeding/Sodding and Site Restoration
O. Inspection
Related Drawings