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Explorer

Aug 07, 2013

Glad we had water on board!

On a recent stay down in Oregon at Honeyman State Park a situation developed that made us glad we had fresh water on board. We normally travel with some water so we can use the bathroom or wash up when on the road. In this case it was a longer trip so we brought a bit more even though we would be at full hookup sites the whole time. Glad we did!

On the 3rd day the water was cut off due to a leak in the water main supplying the campground. We shut off the spigot and headed out for the day to see the sights. When we came back they were unloading honeybuckets all around the campground for people to use because the water was still off. I've never been so glad to have water in the tank! The water ended up getting turned back on later that afternoon, but it was probably off for a good 8+ hours.

I'll always be sure we have at least 20 gallons or so from now on!

Seeking Advice

34 Replies

Homer1
Explorer
Aug 07, 2013
Way to go, but don't haul a full tank around, that cost big $$ in fuel.
larry_barnhart
Explorer
Aug 07, 2013
We carry around 25 gallons when on the road but I fill the 100 gallon water tank up as soon as we arrive in Az for the 6 months. Something to do as the tires cool. Anything can happen.
chevman
ependydad
Explorer
Aug 07, 2013
Same here- we recently stayed at a campground where a storm came through and the water went out. We were able to continue on, do dishes and all that jazz with no issue.

I was, however, very happy when water came back on in time for me to dump + flush my tanks and get a quick shower before heading down the road.
jnharley
Explorer
Aug 07, 2013
We always have the tank at least 50% full. A couple of years ago, there was a cold snap in Texas. We were in one RV park where the water was frozen the 3 nights were were there. At the next park, their well head had been damaged and there was no water overnight. We were really glad we had water onboard.