Overview
C-MUD: Sardis Road Re-Pump Station is an operational distribution pump station in Matthews, North Carolina, serving the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Utilities District. It supports water distribution for the region.
C-MUD: Sardis Road Re-Pump Station is a distribution pump station located at 9650 Sardis Road in Matthews, North Carolina, within Mecklenburg County. Operated under the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Utilities District (C-MUD), this facility plays a key role in maintaining water pressure and flow for the local water distribution network. As a re-pump station, it boosts water pressure to ensure adequate supply to higher elevations or distant areas. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and local water utility standards. Distribution pump stations like this one are critical for maintaining service reliability in growing suburban areas. The station's NAICS code 221310 indicates it falls under water supply and irrigation systems, aligning with typical municipal water infrastructure. This pump station contributes to the resilience of the water distribution system in Matthews and surrounding areas. By maintaining consistent pressure, it supports fire protection, residential supply, and commercial water needs. Its location in a rapidly developing region underscores the importance of reliable pumping infrastructure for community growth and safety.
Environmental context
The Sardis Road Re-Pump Station operates in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, characterized by rolling hills and clay soils. This topography necessitates booster pumping stations to maintain water pressure across elevation changes. The facility supports the water supply chain for Matthews, a suburb of Charlotte, where population growth increases demand on water infrastructure. Proper maintenance and redundancy of such stations are vital to prevent service disruptions and ensure fire flow capacity.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at 9650 Sardis Road in Matthews, North Carolina, within Mecklenburg County.
A distribution pump station boosts water pressure to ensure adequate flow and pressure to higher elevations or distant areas within a water distribution network.
The station is part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Utilities District (C-MUD), which manages water and wastewater services for the region.
Pump stations in North Carolina must comply with state water supply regulations enforced by the NC Department of Environmental Quality, as well as local mechanical and electrical safety codes.
Re-pump stations maintain water pressure in areas with elevation changes or long distribution lines, ensuring reliable service for fire protection, residential use, and commercial needs.
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