Dry Hydrant Program
Department of Forestry
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- Posted
- Jan 22, 2026
- Closes
- Rolling intake; check eligibility
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Amount
Amount not published by the funder
Who can apply
Applicant should submit Form 4.30 Dry Fire Hydrant Grant Program Application to the DOF Fire and Emergency Response Branch.
About this opportunity
In rural areas where water mains and conventional fire hydrants are not accessible, installation of permanent dry hydrants may be an alternative solution for firefighting operations. Dry hydrants are non-pressurized pipe systems that draft water from an adjacent body of water (such as a pond or stream). One end of the pipe system is situated in the water source, and the other end is available near the roadside, where firefighters can connect to the hydrant and pump from the water source. Dry hydrants are typically constructed of inexpensive materials that are easy to maintain. The Virginia Dry Fire Hydrant grant program provides funding to cover the costs of installation and repair of dry hydrants to support firefighting operations. The program is a joint effort between the Virginia Depart...