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Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS)

4.15.2* SPOUT HEIGHT.

Spouts shall be no higher than 36 in (915 mm), measured from the floor or ground surfaces to the spout outlet (see Fig. 27(a)).

Figure 27

Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers

 In addition to clearances discussed in the text, the following knee clearance is required underneath the fountain: 27 inches (685 mm) minimum from the floor to the underside of the fountain which extends 8 inches (205 mm) minimum measured from the front edge underneath the fountain back towards the wall; if a minimum 9 inches (230 mm) of toe clearance is provided, a maximum of 6 inches (150 mm) of the 48 inches (1220 mm) of clear floor space required at the fixture may extend into the toe space.

Note: equipment permitted in shaded area.

Figure 27(a)

Spout Height and Knee Clearance

Diagram showing clear floor space requirements

Figure 27(b)

Clear Floor Space

Diagram showing clear floor space requirements

Figure 27(c)

Free-standing Fountain or Cooler

Diagram showing clear floor space requirements

Figure 27(d)

Built-in Fountain or Cooler

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