Overview
The Miracle Valley 150,000 Gal. Reservoir & Booster Station is an operational distribution pump station in Palominas, Arizona, serving the local water supply network with a 150,000-gallon reservoir capacity.
The Miracle Valley 150,000 Gal. Reservoir & Booster Station is a distribution pump station located in Palominas, Cochise County, Arizona, United States. This facility is part of the regional water infrastructure, providing pressurized water storage and boosting capacity to maintain adequate service levels for the surrounding community. As a distribution pump station, this facility typically operates under state and local water utility regulations, including Arizona Department of Water Resources guidelines and county health department standards. The 150,000-gallon reservoir indicates a medium-scale facility designed to support residential and possibly light commercial demand in the Miracle Valley area. Booster stations like this one are critical for maintaining pressure in elevated or distant service zones. The station's operational status ensures continued reliability for the local water supply system. In arid regions like southeastern Arizona, such infrastructure is vital for fire protection, potable water delivery, and drought resilience. The facility's location near the US-Mexico border also underscores its role in cross-border water management considerations.
Environmental context
The facility operates in a semi-arid climate typical of southeastern Arizona, where water scarcity is a persistent concern. Local groundwater basins and intermittent surface flows from the San Pedro River influence regional water management. The booster station supports efficient water distribution, reducing energy consumption compared to less optimized systems. Its reservoir provides emergency storage for fire suppression and supply during peak demand or drought conditions.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Palominas, Cochise County, Arizona, United States, near the coordinates 31.383722 N, -110.155860 W.
The station includes a 150,000-gallon reservoir, which provides storage and pressure boosting for the local water distribution system.
Distribution pump stations in Arizona must comply with state water quality standards, Arizona Department of Water Resources groundwater regulations, and local county health department codes for backflow prevention and cross-connection control.
A booster station uses pumps to increase water pressure in the distribution system, ensuring adequate flow to higher elevations or distant areas, and maintaining fire flow requirements.
Reservoirs provide storage for peak demand, emergency supply for firefighting, and help balance water pressure fluctuations, improving system reliability and efficiency.
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