Gooseneck

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-012436",
  "term": "Gooseneck",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "1. A portion of a service connection between the distribution system water main and a meter.\n\n2. A portion of a water service connection between the distribution system water main and a meter. Sometimes called a pigtail.\n\n3. Short section of piping, usually one to two feet long, which can be bent and used for connections between rigid service piping.\n\n4. Short section of piping, typically not exceeding two feet, which can be bent and used for connections between rigid service piping. For purposes of this subpart, lead goosenecks, pigtails, and connectors are not considered to be part of the lead service line but may be required to be replaced pursuant to § 141.84(c).",
  "subject": "Built environments",
  "see_also": [
    "Pigtail"
  ],
  "references": [
    "Drinking Water Technical & Legal Terms",
    "Terms of Environment",
    "National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Proposed Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Proposed Rule 84 FR 61684",
    "86 FR 4198; 40 CFR 141.2 (CFR 2021)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/gooseneck/"
}