Overview
PLAQUEMINES PARISH GOVERNMENT - PARISH PUMP STATION is an operational distribution pump station in Buras, Louisiana, serving the Plaquemines Parish water system. It supports critical water supply infrastructure in a region prone to coastal flooding.
PLAQUEMINES PARISH GOVERNMENT - PARISH PUMP STATION is a distribution pump station located at 171 Duvic Pump Road in Buras, Louisiana, within Plaquemines Parish. The facility is operational and plays a key role in the local water distribution network, serving residential and commercial users in this coastal community. As a distribution pump station, this facility is part of the broader water supply infrastructure managed by Plaquemines Parish Government. In Louisiana, such stations are subject to state water supply regulations and local mechanical/electrical safety codes. Typical distribution pump stations in the region handle moderate flow capacities, supporting potable water distribution and fire protection needs. The station's location in Buras, near the Mississippi River Delta, places it in an area vulnerable to hurricanes and storm surge. Its operational reliability is critical for maintaining water service during emergencies. The facility contributes to the resilience of the parish's water system, which serves a dispersed population across low-lying terrain.
Environmental context
The pump station operates in a coastal Louisiana environment characterized by subsidence, saltwater intrusion, and frequent tropical storms. These factors increase the risk of infrastructure damage and service disruption. Redundancy in pumping capacity and backup power are essential for maintaining water supply during extreme weather events. The facility's role in the parish's water distribution network underscores its importance for public health and fire protection in a region with limited alternative water sources.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 171 Duvic Pump Road in Buras, Louisiana, within Plaquemines Parish, United States.
This is a distribution pump station, which is part of the water supply infrastructure that moves treated water through the distribution network to consumers.
The station is operated by Plaquemines Parish Government, the local public entity responsible for water services in the parish.
Distribution pump stations in Louisiana must comply with state water supply regulations enforced by the Louisiana Department of Health, as well as local mechanical and electrical safety codes.
This pump station ensures reliable water distribution for residential, commercial, and fire protection needs in Buras, a coastal community vulnerable to hurricanes and flooding.
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