Hydrants
Hydrant colors tell firefighters how many gallons of water can come out of a hydrant per minute, so they can immediately see it's flow capabilities during emergencies. Hydrants are painted in accordance with National Fire Protection Association and American Water Works Association standards.
| Hydrant | Color | Flow Capacity | NFPA Rating |
 |
BLUE |
1,500 gallons per minute or more |
AA |
 |
GREEN |
1,000-1,499 gallons per minute |
A |
 |
ORANGE |
500-999 gallons per minute |
B |
 |
RED |
Less than 500 gallons per minute |
C |
 |
BLACK |
OUT OF SERVICE |