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Water Meter Box

Water Meter Box

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SKU D1200-DIRB

🔍 Product Selector — Find the Right Water Meter Pit Box
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What are you looking for?

Select the option that best matches your need to get started.

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What shape do you need?

Water meter boxes come in round or rectangular configurations. Your local code may specify one.

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What depth do you need?

16" diameter round box. Choose your depth — measured from grade to the bottom of the box.

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Do you need a locking cover included?

16" diameter, 18" depth. Choose a complete set with locking cover, or box only if you have an existing lid.

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Do you need a locking cover included?

16" diameter, 24" depth. Choose a complete set with locking cover, or box only if you have an existing lid.

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What footprint (opening size) do you need?

Check your installation opening or local utility spec. The size is usually labeled on the existing box frame.

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What depth do you need?

14"×19" rectangular box. Choose your installation depth.

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What cover type do you need?

14"×19", 12" depth (D1200 series). Choose by cover color / meter reading technology.

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Which AMR configuration do you need?

14"×19", 12" depth. Choose between a complete set with locking AMR cover, or a replacement AMR lid only.

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What's the application?

14"×19", 18" depth (D1800 series). Choose by intended use and cover type.

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What type of meter are you installing?

13"×20" rectangular box, 12" depth (D1500 series). Choose based on your meter reading technology.

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Which configuration do you need?

13"×20", 12" depth, standard meter. Choose pipe slot count and cover type.

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Which AMR configuration do you need?

13"×20", 12" depth, AMR / smart meter. Choose your configuration.

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Which cover type and depth do you need?

13"×24" rectangular box — all sets include a locking security bolt. Choose your cover type.

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What depth do you need?

17"×30" heavy-duty rectangular box. All sets include a locking bolt.

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What size is your existing box?

Check the top opening of your current meter box. The size is usually molded into the box frame.

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What color / type of lid do you need?

13"×20" D1500 series replacement lid. Color-coding per AWWA standards.

✓ Match Found

Your Match

Based on your selections, here is your best match.

The D1200-DIRB Water Meter Box is designed to provide dependable, weather-resistant protection for underground water meters while ensuring easy access for utility professionals. Built with durability and long service life in mind, this meter pit box is suitable for residential, commercial, and municipal water systems.

Measuring 14" wide × 19" long × 12" high, the rectangular D1200-style box comes in a sleek black finish. It includes a matching black drop-in cover equipped with a plastic reader port, allowing for quick meter readings without removing the lid. This feature helps reduce maintenance time and ensures efficient utility operations.

Engineered to withstand outdoor conditions, the D1200-DIRB box delivers reliable performance across a wide range of applications, from single-family homes to municipal infrastructure.

Key Features
Dimensions: 14" W × 19" L × 12" H
Design: Black rectangular D1200-style meter box
Cover: Black drop-in lid with plastic reader port
Durability: Weather-resistant construction for long-lasting outdoor use
Applications: Ideal for residential, commercial, and municipal water systems

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Frequently Asked Questions

PRODUCT SPECS

  • Series:Water Meter Pit Boxes
  • Manufacturer: NDS

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KEY FEATURES

  • Boxes built with a double wall at the top cover seat area
  • Cover seat area features structural support ribs for durability
  • Available in a variety of sizes: Rectangular: 14X19 in., 13X20 in., 10X15 in., 13X24 in., and 17X30 in.; Round: 6 and 16 in. Round
  • Covers available in solid or with meter doors in plastic or cast iron
  • Automatic meter reader (AMR) boxes available with top or bottom mounts
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NDS commercial grade meter boxes are built for durability and ease of use. Selection includes automatic meter reader (AMR) boxes and boxes with dual pipe slots; locking AMR covers with touch reader hole; and plastic or cast iron reader doors.

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APPLICATIONS

  • Protect water meter components from the elements, foot traffic, lawncare equipment, and potential vandalism, and keep them out of sight
  • Provide easy access to water meter readers to collect data
  • Use to protect water meter reader components

INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE

  • Dig to allow for enough depth so the cover is flush with the surface; connect valve(s) and piping; add gravel for drainage before placing the box and cover in place
  • Periodically check for damage and replace as needed

MATERIALS & SUSTAINABILITY

  • Box and cover made of durable plastic treated with UV inhibitors
  • Made in the USA

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Water Meter Box Guide: Selection, Sizing, Installation & Maintenance

Featuring the D1200-DIRB Water Meter Box—a durable, weather-resistant pit box with a drop-in lid and plastic reader port for faster, safer meter reads.

What is a water meter box? It’s an underground enclosure that shields the meter from weather, traffic, and tampering while keeping it easy to access. In plain terms: it keeps your meter safe and easy to read.

Water meter box with service connection near the curb stop
Typical water meter box location and access point

Product Spotlight: D1200-DIRB

The D1200-DIRB Water Meter Box safeguards underground meters and simplifies access. Its black drop-in cover with a plastic reader port lets utility crews capture readings without removing the lid.

Dimensions 14" W × 19" L × 12" H
Design Black rectangular D1200-style meter box
Cover Matching black drop-in lid with plastic reader port
Durability Weather-resistant construction for long-term outdoor use
Applications Residential, commercial, and municipal systems
Why the reader port matters: It shortens read times and reduces lid wear—no prying or lifting for routine reads.

How to Choose the Right Water Meter Box

Sizing (technical): Verify internal clearance for the meter body, unions, valves, and AMR/AMI equipment. Sizing: Make sure there’s enough room to work without bending pipes or scraping fittings.

Selection Checklist

  • Meter fit: Confirm inside dimensions and depth for your specific meter and connections.
  • Access speed: A drop-in cover with reader port shortens read and audit times.
  • Site conditions: Weather-resistant materials for freeze–thaw cycles and UV exposure.
  • Load rating: For sidewalks/driveways, confirm the box/cover rating with your jurisdiction.
  • Compliance: Check local standards (e.g., D1200-style) to ensure compatibility.
Technician inspecting a water meter inside a meter pit box
Reader port = faster, safer meter reads
Excavation and bedding preparation for a water meter pit box
Prepare a stable, level base before setting the box

Installation Overview (Step-by-Step)

  1. Locate utilities: Call 811 and verify underground services.
  2. Excavate: Dig to design depth with room for drainage and bedding.
  3. Bedding: Place a compacted, level granular base (e.g., clean gravel).
  4. Set the box: Position the D1200-DIRB so the lid sits flush with final grade; check level.
  5. Connect service: Plumb meter/valves per code; keep clear of the reader port.
  6. Backfill & compact: Backfill evenly in lifts to prevent shifting or tilting.
  7. Final grade: Ensure a clean, even surface with clear lid access.
Maintenance: Clear debris from the lid, verify level after freeze/thaw, and ensure the cover seats properly.

Case Study: HOA Retrofit Cuts Read Times & Callbacks

A 120-home HOA replaced cracked, waterlogged boxes with D1200-DIRB models. After adding compacted gravel bases and reader-port covers, crews reported smoother access and fewer issues after storms.

  • Read times ↓ ~25%: Reads captured through the port—no full lid removal.
  • Fewer callbacks: Stable bedding and drainage reduced post-storm problems.
  • Consistency: Uniform D1200 sizing simplified training and stocking.

Buyer’s Tips & FAQs

What does “D1200-style” mean?
A standardized rectangular footprint commonly accepted by utilities/municipalities—making replacements and approvals easier.
Why select a drop-in lid with a reader port?
It speeds up monthly reads and audits because crews don’t need to remove the cover—safer near roads and sidewalks.
Is the D1200-DIRB suitable for municipalities?
Yes. Its weather-resistant build, standard sizing, and reader port suit residential subdivisions and municipal systems.
What ongoing maintenance is needed?
Keep the lid clean, verify level after freeze/thaw cycles, and ensure the cover seats properly.

Summary

The D1200-DIRB Water Meter Box provides durable, weather-resistant protection with a drop-in cover and plastic reader port that speeds routine reads. Its 14" × 19" × 12" D1200-style footprint fits a wide range of residential, commercial, and municipal applications—keeping meters protected and accessible for years.