
Before 1795, Boston residents obtained their water from local wells, rain barrels, and a spring on the Boston Common.
A fire pipe/standpipe is part of a private fire protection system installed by a property owner.
| Size of Connection | Daily Charge |
|---|---|
| 4-inch or smaller | $0.91 |
| 6-inch | $2.07 |
| 8-inch or larger | $3.68 | Implemented January 1, 2012 and effective through December 31, 2012 |