Tools & Accessories
Manhole Lid Tools & Keys for Locking Lids
Custom Riser Rings & Replacement Parts
The right tool for lifting a manhole cover, the right key for opening a locking inlet lid, the right gasket for maintaining a watertight seal — these aren’t glamorous line items, but a crew that shows up without them loses time fast. Bass & Hays can furnish you with American-made tools, keys, riser rings, and replacement parts that waterworks and sewer maintenance crews reach for every day. Stocked at our warehouses in Grand Prairie, Texas alongside our full casting and service box inventory for same-day availability on most items.
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All 24 products in this line are stocked in Grand Prairie, Texas for same-day availability. Key items include:
Lid Removal Tools — The Mary A® Lid Remover & Hammer and Jake® Lid Remover & Hammer — purpose-built combination tools for safe, efficient manhole cover removal on every truck in your fleet.
Locking Lid Keys — The D® Key (original standard bronze meter box and inlet lid key), Key-16 Long Bronze Key for deep-set lids, Key-54 Hammer-Head Key for standard iron locking lids, Key-55 for HM-30® hinged covers, Key-57 for GMI composite covers, and the Key-304K Penta-Head Tool for locking valve box lids.
Riser Rings & Grade Adjustment — Custom Fabricated Steel Manhole Cover Riser Rings and Concrete Grade Rings for bringing manhole frames to finished grade during overlay and rehabilitation work.
Replacement Parts & Hardware — “Buna Cord” Watertight Replacement Gaskets, Watertight Replacement Bolts & Washers, HM-30® Replacement CAM Lock, CAM Lock Watertight Replacement Parts, Meter Box Replacement Hardware, and BH® 404® Replacement Parts.
Specialty Items — MA® Steel Reinforced Plastic Manhole Steps, 4″ Stainless Steel Tag for Composite Cover ID, and Oval Concrete Curb Stamp with Date Inserts.
The KEY-304K™ is the tool you need for unlocking 7/8″ penta-head lock bolt heads on BH® valve box covers. This stock item is crafted from durable ductile iron ASTM A536 and features a sleek black coating for added protection. Proudly made in the USA, the KEY-304K™ delivers reliable performance and long-lasting quality for your maintenance needs.
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The KEY-57™ is a versatile tool designed for unlocking penta head bolts on EJ® composite manhole covers and serves as a Y-type service box wrench for AWWA No. 1 and No. 2 applications. Crafted from durable cast steel with a zinc-plated finish, this lightweight, 1/2-pound stock item fits penta head bolt sizes 13/16″ and 1″ (measuring 27/32″ and 1-1/32″ point to flat). It also features a general-purpose chisel point for operating tee head valves near meters. For specialized needs, a similar key with a 5/8″ slot through the 1-1/32″ pentagon socket is available by special order. Proudly made in the USA, the KEY-57™ combines functionality and reliability for utility professionals.
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The BH® brand Key-54™ Hammer-Head™ key is designed for locking and unlocking BH® brand meter box or inlet lids, but do work with many other brand lids as well. This product offers unmatched durability and performance. This is a stock item and is crafted from uncoated cast ASTM A536 ductile iron or better, ensuring exceptional strength and resistance to breakage. Its unique, exclusive Hammer-Head™ design makes it ideal for accessing older lids obstructed by grass, dirt, or debris. Proudly made in the USA, the Key-54™ outperforms inferior import imitations made of brass or bronze, which are prone to failure after minimal use. Choose the Key-54™ for reliable, long-lasting functionality.
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The BH® brand D® key is a dependable tool designed for locking and unlocking BH® brand meter box or inlet lids, but do work with many other brand lids as well. This stock item is made from sturdy, durable, and long-lasting aluminum/bronze, ensuring reliable performance over time. Uncoated for practicality, it stands out as a high-quality, American-made product. Beware of low-quality import imitations made from brass or bronze, which not only risk failure after minimal use but may also contain unsafe levels of lead or other contaminants. Trust the BH® brand for safety, durability, and superior craftsmanship.
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Bass & Hays’ precision-fit steel riser rings raise the cover from the lid seat inside the manhole frame. Made from ASTM A36 welded and coated carbon steel, H-20 traffic rated, and proudly American-made. Each ring features secure set screws and optional adjusting bands. Standard sizes fit 300-24®, 400-24®, VRM-30®, 1225-40®, and V-1342 series.
Need a custom size? Use our Steel Riser Ring Custom Spec’s Sheet for a perfect fit. We can build a custom steel riser to fit ANY dimension Bass & Hays product as well as any other manufacturer’s product dimensions.
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Standard Stock Items Available-
300-24® series (3 set screws) 1X, 1.5X, 2X, 2.5X, 3X, 4X, 6X
400-24® series (6 set screws) 1X, 1.5X, 2X, 2.75X, 3X, 4X, 6X
VRM-30® series (6 set screws) 1X, 1.5X, 2X, 2.5X, 3X, 4X, 6X
V-1342 series (3 set screws) 1X, 1.5X, 2X, 2.5X, 3X
The BH® brand Key-16™ is the original long bronze key, expertly crafted from high-quality aluminum/bronze for durability and reliability. Measuring 16 inches in length, this uncoated stock item is designed for locking and unlocking inlet and meter box lids while prioritizing worker safety by reducing neck and back strain from excessive bending. Proudly made in the USA, the Key-16™ delivers superior performance and longevity. Avoid low-quality import imitations made from brass or bronze, which lack the durability and craftsmanship of the original. Choose the Key-16™ for dependable, ergonomic functionality.
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Raise your manhole rings to grade from underneath with Bass & Hays’ reinforced concrete grade rings. Proudly made in the USA, these durable rings are H-20 traffic rated when used with a corresponding H-20 rated manhole ring properly installed in reinforced concrete. While we stock standard sizes, non-standard dimensions may be available through special order to meet your project’s unique requirements, ensuring a reliable and precise fit. To inquire about special sizes or non-standard items please contact one of our knowledgeable sales team members today!
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Standard sizes available-
24″ diameter– 2″ 3″ 4″ & 6″ heights
30″ diameter– 2″ & 3″ heights
The KEY-55™ is a reliable tool specifically designed for unlocking HM-30® hinged manhole covers, featuring a durable black-coated finish. This stock item is made from high-strength ductile iron, meeting ASTM A536 standards for superior performance and longevity. Proudly made in the USA, the KEY-55™ delivers dependable functionality for utility professionals.
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The Buna-N nitrile (NBR) rubber, also known as “Buna cord,” is a high-performance replacement gasket for watertight applications. This stock item features a 1/4″ diameter with a high-precision tolerance of +/- .012″ (RMA standard) and operates within a wide temperature range of -40°F to +250°F. Manufactured to ASTM D2000 standards, it offers exceptional resistance to corrosion and petroleum-based substances, with a tensile strength of 1450 psi for reliable durability. Flat red rubber and neoprene rubber options are available for special orders. Proudly made in the USA, this gasket delivers superior quality and performance for demanding applications.
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Upgrade your watertight manhole ring and cover with our high-quality replacement bolts and washers, designed for a perfect fit with any product we sell. Available in steel, stainless steel, hex head, and pentahead security options, these bolts ensure durability and security for your infrastructure needs. We also offer removal tools and sockets for both standard and pentahead security bolts, making maintenance hassle-free. As stock items, they are readily available and proudly made in the USA, delivering reliable performance and peace of mind.
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The Model # Mary A® (Patent No. 5865425) is a versatile manhole cover, inlet cover, or grate extractor designed for efficient storm inlet inspections and system maintenance. This innovative tool combines a sledgehammer and pick/pry bar into one, reducing the need for multiple tools and minimizing clutter in service trucks. Its serrated edge strengthens the pick-end, preventing bottlenecking in pick bars, holes, or grate slots, while the tapered saw-tooth pick fits 5/8″ or larger drain holes and most pick slots. The 12 lb. ASTM A148 cast steel head (4140) quickly breaks frozen covers or grates loose, and the rugged fiberglass handle ensures durability. Built for performance and convenience, this tool is a must-have for maintenance professionals. Always use protective safety gear when operating tools. Call us today for the best prices!
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The Model # Jake® (Patent Pending) is a reliable and efficient tool designed for manhole cover, inlet cover, or grate extraction during storm inlet inspections and system maintenance. This innovative combination of a sledgehammer and pick/pry bar reduces clutter by allowing workers to carry just one versatile tool. Its serrated edge strengthens the pick-end, preventing bottlenecking in pick bars, holes, or grate slots, while the 8 lb. ASTM A148 cast steel head (4140) quickly breaks frozen covers or grates loose for easy removal. Built for durability and convenience, the “Jake” is an essential tool for maintenance professionals. Always wear protective safety gear when using tools.
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Showcase your branding or property identification with a custom Oval Concrete Curb Stamp, available with Individual Year, Month, and Date Inserts (MM/DD/YYYY). Crafted from durable aluminum, these high-quality stamps are trusted by municipalities, state and federal agencies, businesses, and contractors to mark concrete curbs, sidewalks, building perimeters, and property corners. Designed for use in wet concrete, each stamp leaves a permanent, lasting impression once fully cured. Available in a variety of shapes and sizes — with oval as the standard — every marker is custom-made to your exact specifications. Proudly made in Texas, USA, these stamps deliver durability, functionality, and a clean, professional appearance built to last.
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Locks, plungers & springs for locking BH® meter box lids or inlet lids. Bronze plunger BH® 51™ with brass hairpin spring BH 52™ for all BH® locking meter box lids & inlet lids. Bronze plunger with steel coil spring for “AP” older type meter box lids, the brass “dog” and steel coil hook spring for older “gas type” meter lids or “Tyler” style meter lids, or plungers & springs for plastic meter box lids. We can sell you once piece or truckload quantities. Made in Texas. USA.
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Ensure the durability and performance of your Bass & Hays® galvanized or plastic meter boxes with our high-quality replacement bolts, washers, nuts, screws, and rivets. Available in 304 stainless steel and SAE steel rivets, these components are built to last. Simply specify the sizes, steel type, and quantities you need, and we’ll provide the perfect fit for your project. Proudly made in the USA, our replacement hardware delivers reliable quality and long-lasting performance for all your meter box needs.
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The BH® 4o4® lateral sanitary cleanout adapter is a reliable solution for connecting 4″ to 4″ pipe sizes with ease. Featuring a no-hub coupling design, this stock item ensures a secure and efficient fit for your sanitary systems. ASTM and MSDS data are available upon request for added assurance. Proudly made in the USA, the BH® 4o4® adapter delivers exceptional quality and performance for your infrastructure needs.
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Each genuine BH® 4o4® lateral sanitary cleanout is designed for durability and performance, requiring two (2) stainless steel bolts and one (1) neoprene black rubber gasket for a secure fit. Complete units and replacement parts are readily available as stock items. The bolts are crafted from 304 stainless steel or better, meeting ASTM A193 standards, while the neoprene black rubber gasket ensures a reliable seal. MSDS information for the gasket is available upon request. Proudly made in the USA, these components deliver exceptional quality and dependability for your sanitary system needs.
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Upgrade your HM-30® hinged manhole covers with our replacement CAM lock assembly, a stock item designed for seamless performance. This complete assembly includes an ASTM steel shaft, washer, and spring, ensuring durability and reliability. Perfect for refurbishing your HM-30® lock, it restores functionality to like-new condition. Proudly made in the USA, this high-quality replacement part delivers long-lasting performance for your infrastructure needs.
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Ensure the longevity of your V-1420D CAM LOCK watertight manhole ring and cover with our high-quality replacement parts. Whether you need a single piece or multiple components, we’re here to meet your exact requirements. As a stock item, these parts are readily available and proudly made in the USA, offering reliable performance and durability for your infrastructure needs.
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Keep your HM-30® hinged manhole covers in top condition with our high-quality replacement parts, available as stock items. Whether you need a single piece or truckload quantities, we’ve got you covered. Our selection includes plastic caps for water inflow protection and durable steel components to fully refurbish or enhance your HM-30® covers and sets. Proudly made in the USA, these parts ensure long-lasting performance and reliability for your infrastructure needs.
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Securely assemble your 814® frames to other frames or attach frames to curb hoods with our high-quality SAE bolts and nuts. These stock items are designed for durability and precision, ensuring a reliable fit for your infrastructure needs. Proudly made in the USA, our bolts and nuts deliver exceptional performance and long-lasting quality you can trust.
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The MA® 9-1/2″ x 12″ steel-reinforced plastic manhole step is a durable, corrosion-resistant solution designed for long-lasting performance. Featuring a black press-fit (PF) design, these steps are hammered into preformed holes in concrete structures. The tapered embedment legs with concentric rings are engineered to crush during installation, enhancing pull-out resistance and sealing the step hole for added security. Made from ASTM D-4101-02 copolymer polypropylene and reinforced with ASTM A-615 Grade 60 1/2″ steel, this product meets ASTM C-478-02 and AASHTO M 199-811 standards when properly installed. Available individually, by the box, crate, pallet, or truckload, this stock item is 100% made in the USA. For reliable quality and compliance, trust the MA manhole step for your infrastructure needs.
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Upgrade your BH® locking meter box covers and inlet lids with our standard brass replacement locks, including the 51™ plunger lock and 50™ hairpin spring. These stock items are crafted from high-quality aluminum bronze and brass for durability and reliability. We also offer a wide range of sizes and styles for meter box and inlet cover locks and springs to meet your specific needs. Avoid low-quality import imitations that may fail after one use and could contain unsafe levels of lead or other contaminants. Proudly made in the USA, our replacement locks deliver superior performance and safety you can trust.
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Manhole Lid Removal Tools
Our Mary A® and Jake® lid removal tools are purpose-built for the job — ergonomically designed to give crews the leverage and control needed to safely lift and move cast iron manhole covers without improvising with screwdrivers, pry bars, or whatever’s in the truck. Both are combination hammer-and-remover tools. The Mary A® and Jake® are the kind of products that crews order once and reorder for every truck in the fleet. If your team works manholes regularly, these belong in every toolbox.
Locking Lid Keys
Our locking key selection covers the full range of lid types in common use across waterworks, stormwater, and sewer systems. The D® Key is the original standard bronze key for meter box and inlet locking lids — the most commonly used key in municipal utility maintenance across Texas. The Key-16 long bronze key provides reach for deeper-set or recessed lids. The Key-54 hammer-head key handles standard iron locking lids, the Key-55 unlocks our HM-30® hinged manhole covers, the Key-57 is specific to GMI composite covers, and the Key-304K penta-head tool handles locking valve box lids. If you’re unsure which key fits your lid, call us — we’ll figure it out.
Riser Rings & Grade Adjustment
Cast iron and steel riser rings for bringing manhole rings and covers to finished grade are stocked as individual components. Concrete grade rings for raising manhole frames during overlay and rehabilitation work are available as well. These are staple items for any utility system that goes through periodic pavement work — ordering them ahead of an overlay project saves excavation and schedule time on the back end.
Replacement Parts & Hardware
We stock replacement gaskets, bolts, washers, CAM lock parts, and hardware for our watertight manhole systems, HM-30® hinged covers, BH® 404® cleanout assemblies, and standard meter box enclosures. Watertight integrity depends on gaskets that are still pliable and hardware that isn’t corroded — having replacement components on hand means a maintenance call doesn’t become a full cover replacement. Stainless steel identification tags for composite covers and oval concrete curb stamps with date inserts round out a line that covers the small but important details of a well-maintained system.
Whether you’re outfitting a new maintenance crew, restocking a depleted tool inventory, or sourcing a specific replacement part for a product already in the ground, Bass & Hays has what you need in stock. Call 1-800-258-2278 (toll free) or 972-263-1360 (DFW), or contact us online to confirm availability and place your order.
Get durable steel 4X7 I-beams, available in standard sizes or custom-cut to your exact specifications, for supporting any 814® frame combination, run, standard area configuration, single unit, or other grate types. Refer to your blueprints and engineering specs to ensure you order the correct lengths and quantities for your project. Crafted from uncoated ASTM A36 grade extruded steel, these beams are built for strength and reliability. Please note that non-standard sizes, which cannot be resold, are non-returnable. Proudly made in the USA, our I-beams deliver precision and quality for your infrastructure needs.
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