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Purpose and scope.

This manual provides criteria for design and construction of potable water distribution systems for fixed military installations. Within the context of this manual, a water distribution system is considered to consist of all mains, service lines, valves, pumps, hydrants, and ancillary equipment needed to carry water from the source of potable water to the various  points of use. Water distribution within an individual building or group of buildings is covered in TM 5-810-5/AFM 88-8, Volume 4. This manual is applicable to all elements of the Army or Air Force charged with planning or performing military construction.