Overview
SHERATON AND FAIRWAY KNOLLS LIFT STATION IMPROVEMENTS is an operational distribution pump station in West Lafayette, Indiana, serving the local wastewater infrastructure.
SHERATON AND FAIRWAY KNOLLS LIFT STATION IMPROVEMENTS is a distribution pump station located in West Lafayette, Tippecanoe County, Indiana, United States. This facility is part of the region's wastewater collection system, designed to transport sewage from lower to higher elevations for treatment. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Clean Water Act. Distribution pump stations of this type typically include pumps, controls, and backup power systems to ensure reliable operation. The station serves the Sheraton and Fairway Knolls areas, contributing to the overall wastewater management in West Lafayette. As a lift station, this facility plays a critical role in maintaining public health and environmental quality by preventing sewage overflows and ensuring proper wastewater conveyance. Its operational status supports the community's infrastructure needs, reducing the risk of sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs) and protecting local waterways.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an urban area near the Wabash River, which is a significant waterway in Indiana. Proper operation of this lift station helps prevent untreated sewage discharges into the river, protecting aquatic ecosystems and downstream water quality. The station's redundancy features, such as backup pumps and emergency power, are essential for maintaining service during power outages or equipment failures, thereby reducing environmental risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at Northwestern Ave & Lindberg Rd in West Lafayette, Tippecanoe County, Indiana, United States.
It is a distribution pump station that lifts wastewater from lower to higher elevations for conveyance to a treatment plant, serving the Sheraton and Fairway Knolls areas.
The facility is currently operational, actively supporting the local wastewater collection system.
These facilities must comply with the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) rules and the U.S. EPA Clean Water Act, including requirements for proper operation, maintenance, and overflow prevention.
Lift stations prevent sewage overflows by moving wastewater efficiently, reducing the risk of untreated discharges into waterways and protecting public health and aquatic ecosystems.
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