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LIFT STATION 63 FORCEMAIN - Alexandria, Minnesota Distribution Pump Station

ALEXANDRIA, Minnesota, United States

Overview

LIFT STATION 63 FORCEMAIN is an operational distribution pump station in Alexandria, Minnesota, United States. It supports local wastewater management infrastructure.

LIFT STATION 63 FORCEMAIN is a distribution pump station located in Alexandria, Douglas County, Minnesota, United States. The facility is currently operational and serves as a component of the regional wastewater collection system, handling the conveyance of wastewater through forcemain pipelines. As a distribution pump station, this facility operates under state and federal regulations governing wastewater infrastructure, including the Clean Water Act and Minnesota Pollution Control Agency standards. Typical pump stations in this region are equipped with electric motor-driven pumps, backup power systems, and telemetry for remote monitoring. The station's forcemain likely connects to a larger treatment facility or collection network. The station plays a critical role in maintaining sanitary sewer service for Alexandria and surrounding areas. Proper operation ensures public health protection and environmental compliance by preventing overflows and ensuring efficient wastewater transport. The facility's location in a lakes region underscores the importance of reliable wastewater infrastructure for water quality.

Environmental context

The facility operates in a region with numerous lakes and sensitive water bodies, making reliable wastewater conveyance essential for preventing contamination. Pump stations like this one are critical for maintaining sanitary conditions and protecting local ecosystems. Redundancy measures, such as backup pumps and emergency power, are typical to mitigate service interruptions.

Frequently asked questions

LIFT STATION 63 FORCEMAIN is located in Alexandria, Douglas County, Minnesota, United States.

It is a distribution pump station used for wastewater conveyance, specifically a forcemain lift station.

The facility is currently operational.

Pump stations in Minnesota must comply with the Clean Water Act, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency rules, and local mechanical/electrical safety codes.

Lift stations pump wastewater from lower to higher elevations, enabling flow to treatment plants and preventing backups or overflows.

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