City of Oroville: Olive Glen Sewer Lift Station - Distribution Pump Station in Oroville, California

The City of Oroville: Olive Glen Sewer Lift Station is a distribution pump station located at 34 Meadow View Drive in Oroville, Butte County, California. This facility is part of the municipal wastewater infrastructure, designed to lift sewage from lower to higher elevations for conveyance to treatment facilities. As a lift station, it plays a critical role in maintaining the flow of wastewater in the collection system, particularly in areas with challenging topography. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the California State Water Resources Control Board and local municipal codes. In California, wastewater pump stations must comply with Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations, which governs water reclamation and reuse, as well as safety standards for electrical and mechanical equipment. Typical lift stations in this region are equipped with submersible pumps, backup power generators, and telemetry systems for remote monitoring. The Olive Glen Sewer Lift Station serves the Olive Glen neighborhood and surrounding areas, ensuring reliable wastewater transport to the Oroville Wastewater Treatment Plant. Its operation is essential for public health and environmental protection, preventing sewage overflows and reducing the risk of contamination to local waterways, including the nearby Feather River.

The facility is located in Oroville, California, within the Sacramento Valley, an area with a Mediterranean climate and periodic drought conditions. Proper wastewater management is critical to protect the Feather River and groundwater resources from contamination. The lift station's redundancy and backup power systems are important for maintaining service during power outages, which can occur during wildfire seasons or severe weather events.