L.C. Perkins Foundry - Fresno, CA

Formerly widely used in Fresno, California, but judged to be a very inefficient design. Termed a 'wet riser' hydrant. The barrel is dry, but the flood valve is immediately below the barrel. -- Willis Lamm

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  Wet riser fire hydrant

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Nozzles: 1x 2 1/2", 1x 4"
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Bonnet view
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