Provision of water.

(1) In a Municipal area in which a general water-rate is levied clause (g) of sub-section (1) of section 80 the Municipality shall, and in any other case a Municipality may, provide a supply of drinking water within the Municipal area and shall cause such tanks, reservoirs, engines, pipes, taps and other works as may be necessary for the said purpose, to be constructed and maintained, whether within or without the Municipal area and shall erect sufficient standpipes or other conveniences for the gratuitous supply of water to the public. (2) The Municipality shall as far as possible, make adequate provision to ensure that such supply is continuous throughout the year, and that the water is at all times pure and fit for human consumption.