Overview
PARKWOOD PUMP STATION ELIMINATION PROJECT is an operational distribution pump station in Louisville, Kentucky, serving the local water infrastructure network.
PARKWOOD PUMP STATION ELIMINATION PROJECT is a distribution pump station located at 11621 LOWER RIVER RD in Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky. It operates within the United States' water infrastructure sector, supporting the distribution of potable water or wastewater management in the region. As a distribution pump station, this facility is part of the critical water supply chain, ensuring adequate pressure and flow for residential, commercial, and industrial users. In Kentucky, such facilities are regulated under state water supply and safety codes, with oversight from local utility authorities. The station's operational status indicates it is actively contributing to the network. The elimination project name suggests this station may be undergoing decommissioning or replacement, reflecting infrastructure modernization efforts. This is common in aging systems where redundancy and efficiency improvements are prioritized. The facility's location along the Ohio River corridor highlights its role in serving a major urban area with significant water demands.
Environmental context
The facility operates in the Ohio River Valley, a region with abundant water resources but also challenges from industrial runoff and combined sewer overflows. As a distribution pump station, it plays a role in maintaining water quality and supply reliability. Infrastructure age and redundancy are key environmental considerations, as older systems may face leakage or energy inefficiency. Modernization projects like this one aim to reduce environmental footprint and improve resilience against extreme weather events common in the region.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 11621 LOWER RIVER RD, Louisville, Kentucky 40272, USA.
The pump station is currently operational, though the project name suggests it may be part of a decommissioning or replacement initiative.
It is a distribution pump station, used to maintain water pressure and flow in the local water distribution network.
These facilities are regulated under Kentucky's water supply and safety codes, including the Kentucky Public Water Supply Regulations and local mechanical/electrical safety standards.
Such projects help modernize aging infrastructure, improve energy efficiency, reduce leakage, and enhance system reliability and redundancy.
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