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    khancock8 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Mar 28, 2012, 06:47 PM
    How deep should I bury my water waterline to prevent freezing?
    I live in East Texas 75773 zip and 903 area code!
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    Mar 28, 2012, 06:54 PM
    Hi Khancock8

    Freeze lines differ by state and county so you really need to call your local building department and ask them for such critical information.

    In my area water lines need to be buried between 3 and 4 feet down. In your area I'm betting the depth requirement is much less.

    Save yourself time/effort and call your local inspector, or if necessary, call an inspector in a nearby town... should have similar requirements, OK?

    I'd love to know your required depth if you have time once you find out!

    Good luck!

    Mark
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    Mar 29, 2012, 05:02 AM
    And on the South West Coast of Florida we sink our water lines down 18". Just follow Marks advice. Good luck. Tom
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