Mendocino County Water Storage Tanks
Approved for Use in Mendocino County for Drinking Water and Fire Protection
Buildings in Mendocino require fire sprinkler systems and compliance with the local fire authority requirements. If fire flow is not achieved with the providing water supply, additional water storage may be needed for fire code compliance.
Our team understands Mendocino County permitting and requirements, so you’ll up-and-running with a massive amount of water stored safely in a high-quality Pioneer Water Tank within weeks.
Under Public Resources Code 4290, if a specified development takes place on State Responsibility Areas, it’s mandated by law to apply to Cal Fire authority for the area. Cal Fire reviews applications to see if the development meets Fire Safe Regulations and comes up with requirements for developments that don’t meet the criteria such as a supplemental water supply.
We offer fire flow water storage solutions that comply with the Mendocino County requirements, NFPA standards for fire protection as well as the California Fire Code and the California Building Standards Code.
Once your application with Cal Fire is approved, you must comply with the requirements of the Preliminary Clearance during the construction and operation of the project.
Once the project has been constructed, but before occupancy or use, you must pass the Final Inspection to obtain the Occupancy Permit.
Steps to applying for rebuilding in Mendocino County
- (1) Permit application with all fields and the applicable declarations completed
- (1) Copy of an 8 1/2" x 11" plot/site plan (see site plan requirements)
- (3) Copies of construction plans (building or grading)
- (1) Copy of CAL FIRE application with preliminary approval & conditions (if applicable)
- (2) Copies of Title 24 - Energy Compliance
- (2) Copies of engineering calculations with "Wet Signature"
Mendocino County Fire Protection
We offer fire flow water storage solutions that comply with the Mendocino County requirements, NFPA standards for fire protection as well as the state of California Fire Code and California Building Standards Code.
Pioneer Water Tanks are approved for use in California for fire protection and drinking water storage. Combining several uses into one dual-use water tank saves money as compared to buying two separate water storage systems.
Our standpipe or external fitting options diverts the additional water supply to ensure that it doesn’t affect the required mandated usable water capacity for fire protection. We offer commercial accessory options to comply with local requirements.
We can help with permitting with our optional engineering packages.
Cal Fire Preliminary Clearance may include emergency water supply specifications that are necessary to obtain the Occupancy Permit. These can include supplementing the existing water supply (fire flow) or creating a water supply where utility water hookups are not yet available.
Mendocino County Fire Code Links:
Tank Sizes
Models of Pioneer Water Tanks include:
XLR Domestic Series:
Designed for rural and domestic applications
Designed for installation on a sand pad or concrete ring beam foundation
XLE Commercial Series:
Designed for permitted commercial and seismic applications including fire
Designed for installation on a concrete ring beam foundation
Special Order Tank Sizes Available
Special order tank sizes up to 700,000-gallons with a wide variety of accessories and COLORBOND® steel colors available for residential, agricultural, commercial, and fire protection applications.
*For fire protection
Protect your tank with Pioneer
A feat of engineering excellence, the Pioneer V-LOCK® wall profile is designed to stand the test of time and provides superior internal support for the tank liner.
The AQUALINER Fresh® antimicrobial tank liner is designed keep your water fresher, cleaner and healthier for longer.
Tank factors to consider
Fire Reserve
This is a volume of water that is always readily available in the event of fighting fire. Commonly this can be up to 5,000 gallons.
Irrigation
When looking to irrigate, factors such as water source, harvesting capacity, and usage volume will all need to be considered.
Water Source
Harvesting water from a roof, filling up from a bore or dam will impact the size of water storage tank that will be most optimal for you.
Rainwater Harvesting
The size of your roof catchment area, in addition to your annual rainfall will determine how much water you can harvest.
Domestic Usage
Having an idea of what domestic functions you intend to connect to your tank and how often each will be used will be advantageous.
Total Volume
It’s better to have water and not need it, than to need water and not have it. It may pay to install a bigger tank to mitigate running out of water.
Dual Use Water Tanks
Pioneer Water Tanks are cost-effective for dual purposes and are approved for use in California. Dual-service water storage tanks can be used for fire protection, irrigation, potable drinking water, and other applications.
Ensure an adequate water supply is ready in case of an emergency with the appropriate fire connections for residential and commercial needs.
This is typically achieved with two separate plumbing systems implemented with the water tank. The plumbing pipe for the separate use does not extend below the water elevation that is reserved for fire protection.
We can deliver and install water storage tanks from 10,000 to 1,000,000 gallons. Pioneer Water Tanks are backed by our industry-leading 20-year warranty so you can rest easy knowing you have a water storage solution that will last.
Pioneer Water Tanks are approved for use in California for fire protection and drinking water storage. Combining several uses into one dual-use water tank saves money as compared to buying two separate water storage systems.
Our standpipe or external fitting options divert the additional water supply to ensure that it doesn’t affect the required mandated usable water capacity for fire protection. We offer commercial accessory options to comply with local requirements.
- Cost-effective dual purpose tank for multiple water needs
- Complies with NFPA requirements for fire protection water tanks
- NSF-61 Certified AQUALINER® Fresh tank liner keeps water fresh and clean
Tested and Proven
Pioneer Water Tanks are manufactured to NFPA 22 requirements and have been third-party tested and proven.
The following video is a Pioneer Water Tank that was tested with a 30-minute flame immersion test conducted by the Australian Government Bushfire Cooperative Research Center.
The Pioneer Water Tank maintained structural integrity and proved able to retain water during and after the fire front, essential elements for a fire protection water supply.
Mendocino Fire Protection Water Tanks
Pioneer Water Tanks are engineered to NFPA standards for water storage for fire protection. The tank body and roof are made of Zincalume® Steel, which is proven to withstand fire immersion. The tank’s firefighting adapters and nozzles are compatible with fire hoses across North America.
Pioneer Water Tanks can be configured for cyclonic and seismic conditions, as well as heavy industrial zones. Additional accessories are available for different compliance needs. Outfit your tank with anti-vortex fittings and firefighting adapters for quick access during a fire emergency.
Fire Protection Tanks range from 7 to 11 feet in height with gross capacities ranging from 10,000 gallons to 1,000,000 gallons to accomplish your compliance needs.
Water Storage for Fire Protection
Pioneer Water Tanks are engineered to NFPA standards for water storage for fire protection. The tank body and roof are made of Zincalume® Steel, which is proven to withstand fire immersion. The tank’s firefighting adapters and nozzles are compatible with fire hoses across North America.
Pioneer Water Tanks can be configured for cyclonic and seismic conditions, as well as heavy industrial zones. Additional accessories are available for different compliance needs. Outfit your tank with anti-vortex fittings and firefighting adapters for quick access during a fire emergency.
Pioneer Water Tanks are delivered to and built directly at the project site without the use of cranes, which reduces the overall project cost and allows for the most flexibility in adapting to the site’s installation requirements.
Customize your water tank
Knowing your rainwater tank is for your home, and needs to be in keeping with your personal style, Pioneer Water Tanks has a range of colors and additional features to choose from.
Discover the Difference in Pioneer Water Tanks
Heavy Duty Trusses
Our exclusively engineered trusses are hot-dipped galvanized steel equipped with a swivel foot. As a result, it provides optimal movement in your tank in extreme conditions. As your tank adapts to external conditions, you can rest easy your tank won’t fail when you need it most.
High Tensile Bolts
Specifically engineered for strength and durability, our bolts are galvanized high tensile 8.8 grade. Not only are they hardened and super strong, but they are also the most resistant bolt on the market to shear under pressure.
Pioneer V-LOCK ®
Our exclusive PIONEER V-LOCK® tank wall profile is specifically engineered to maximize the strength of corrugated steel without damaging or stretching your liner when molded to the tank wall. Independent testing proves that the PIONEER V-LOCK® provides the ultimate shock absorption to prevent movement or sinking.
Fire Hose Fittings
Be ready for fire emergencies with our fast, convenient firefighting valve options. Outfit your tank with anti-vortex fittings and firefighting adapters for quick access during a fire emergency.
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