Risk: Medium Distribution Pump Station Operational

IFB-CONST #3786 - WAIMEA LEVEE REPAIR AND NEW PUMP STATION - Distribution Pump Station in Waimea, Hawaii

WAIMEA, Hawaii, United States

Overview

IFB-CONST #3786 - WAIMEA LEVEE REPAIR AND NEW PUMP STATION is an operational distribution pump station in Waimea, Hawaii, United States. It supports local water management and levee infrastructure.

IFB-CONST #3786 - WAIMEA LEVEE REPAIR AND NEW PUMP STATION is a distribution pump station located at 4580 Alawai Road in Waimea, Kauai County, Hawaii, United States. This facility is part of the island's water infrastructure, serving the Waimea area with pumping capacity for levee-related water management. The pump station operates under United States regulatory frameworks, including state-level water resource regulations and local mechanical and electrical safety codes. As a distribution pump station, it plays a role in the water supply chain, potentially supporting agricultural, municipal, or flood control needs typical of Hawaii's rural and coastal communities. This facility contributes to the operational resilience of Waimea's water infrastructure. Its location near a levee underscores its importance in managing water flow and mitigating flood risks. The station's operational status ensures continued service for local water distribution and levee integrity.

Environmental context

The pump station is situated in Waimea, a coastal town on the island of Kauai, which experiences a tropical climate with significant rainfall. The facility's role in levee repair and water pumping is critical for flood management and maintaining water supply reliability. The surrounding ecosystem includes riparian and coastal habitats that benefit from controlled water flows. Redundancy and age of infrastructure are key considerations for ensuring uninterrupted service in this region prone to heavy precipitation.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located at 4580 Alawai Road in Waimea, Kauai County, Hawaii, United States.

The pump station is operational, supporting levee repair and water distribution in the Waimea area.

It is a distribution pump station, designed to move water for municipal, agricultural, or flood control purposes.

Pump stations in Hawaii must comply with state water resource regulations, county building codes, and federal safety standards such as OSHA and NFPA.

Levee repair ensures structural integrity, preventing flooding and maintaining reliable water management, which is critical for pump station operation.

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