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1319 Nozzles: 2x 2.5" 1X 4.5"
Size: ~? V.O. Barrel: 1 pc.
Date: 1950
Location: Washington, DC Photo: ©
2001, E. Kennedy
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The only marking cast on this fire hydrant is the date cast on the outer rim of the bonnet. It is not certain whether or not this hydrant was actually manufactured at the prison foundry, however, it is the only type of unidentified Washington, DC fire hydrant. One notable feature of all these unnamed hydrants is that frequently the casting looks less uniform and smooth than other similar hydrants. The only other markings frequently found on these hydrants are the words "FIRE USE ONLY." This casting is either cast around the operating nut (on the newer looking versions) or on a metal plate screwed to the bonnet on the older looking ones.
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