Millburn Twp DPW Pump Station #3 - Distribution Pump Station in Millburn, New Jersey

Millburn Twp DPW Pump Station #3 is a distribution pump station located at 148 Canoe Brook Rd in Millburn, Essex County, New Jersey, United States. The facility is operational and plays a key role in the local water distribution infrastructure, supporting residential and commercial water supply in the area. The pump station operates under NAICS code 221320, which covers water supply and irrigation systems. In New Jersey, such facilities are regulated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) and must comply with state water quality and safety standards. Typical distribution pump stations in this region are medium-scale, often equipped with multiple pumps to ensure redundancy and reliability. As part of the Millburn Township Department of Public Works (DPW) system, this station contributes to the community's water service reliability. Its location near Canoe Brook Road places it within a suburban watershed, where maintaining adequate pressure and flow is essential for fire protection and daily consumption. The station's operational status ensures continued service to the surrounding area.

The pump station operates within the Passaic River watershed, a region characterized by suburban development and mixed land use. Local environmental considerations include stormwater management and protection of surface water quality. The facility's role in maintaining water pressure supports fire protection and potable water supply, reducing risks from system failures. Redundancy in pump systems is typical for such stations to ensure continuous service during maintenance or power outages.