MAIN EXTENSION RESOURCES

Developers and other interested parties can download or link to the following information to help with planning or implementing a project.

Contact your local developer services contact for more information or e-mail New Jersey American Water Developer Services at njaw.developerservices@amwater.com.

Guidelines

Developer Services Guide for Water and Sewer Main Extensions (pdf)
Guide for Applying for NJDEP/BSDW Permits (pdf)
Water Main Extension Design Requirements (pdf)
Territory Covered by Master Permit - Water Service (pdf)

Example Agreements

Extension Deposit Agreement
Standard Easement Agreement

Typical Diagrams: Meters, Vaults and Service Lines

Typical Meter Vault and Backflow Diagrams – Fire and Domestic (pdf)
Typical Meter Vault and Backflow Diagrams – Domestic (pdf)
Typical Meter Vault and Backflow Diagrams – Fire (pdf)
Typical Meter Vault and Backflow Diagrams – Multi-Use (pdf)
Typical service line installation (pdf)
Typical residential inside set (Liberty Water) (pdf)
Typical commercial inside set (Liberty Water) (pdf)

Diagrams and Worksheets

Demand Calculator
Demand Worksheet Water and Sewer
Fire Flow Calculator

Useful Links

New Jersey BPU Smart Growth Utility Regulations
ISO Guide for Determining Fire Flows
NJ Physical Connection Permits
Cross Connection Backflow Prevention