Overview
ALA KUKUIULA PHASE 3, LAWAI CONNECTOR ROAD AND WASTEWATER PUMP STATION C is an operational distribution pump station in Koloa, Hawaii, serving the Kauai region's wastewater infrastructure.
ALA KUKUIULA PHASE 3, LAWAI CONNECTOR ROAD AND WASTEWATER PUMP STATION C is a distribution pump station located in Koloa, Hawaii, United States. It is part of the wastewater infrastructure serving the Kauai region, handling the conveyance of wastewater from local communities to treatment facilities. As a distribution pump station, it plays a critical role in maintaining the flow and pressure within the wastewater collection system. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the Hawaii Department of Health's Clean Water Branch, which enforces state and federal wastewater discharge standards. In the United States, distribution pump stations are typically designed with redundancy features such as backup pumps and emergency power to ensure continuous operation. The station's location in a coastal area of Kauai necessitates compliance with environmental regulations to protect nearby water bodies. This pump station supports the growing residential and commercial developments in the Koloa and Lawai areas, including the ALA KUKUIULA Phase 3 project. By efficiently managing wastewater flows, it helps prevent overflows and protects public health and the environment. The facility's operational status ensures reliable service to the community, contributing to the overall resilience of Kauai's wastewater infrastructure.
Environmental context
The pump station operates in a coastal environment on the island of Kauai, where protecting groundwater and nearshore waters from contamination is critical. Wastewater infrastructure in this region must manage flows during heavy rainfall events to prevent overflows that could impact sensitive ecosystems. The facility's location near residential areas and potential tourist zones underscores the importance of reliable operation to safeguard public health and local water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 2700 KE ALAULA STREET, SUITE B, Koloa, Hawaii 96756, United States, in Kauai County.
The pump station is currently operational, actively serving the wastewater collection system in the Koloa and Lawai areas.
It is a distribution pump station, which is a type of pumping infrastructure used to convey wastewater from collection points to treatment facilities.
Wastewater pump stations in Hawaii are regulated by the Hawaii Department of Health's Clean Water Branch, which enforces state and federal standards under the Clean Water Act, including National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits.
Redundancy, such as backup pumps and emergency power, ensures continuous operation during power outages or equipment failures, preventing sewage overflows that could harm public health and the environment.
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