Overview
TANK 1 FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS 2.0 MG TANK AND IRELAND TRAIL BOOSTER STATION is an operational distribution pump station in Mishawaka, Indiana, United States. It supports local water supply infrastructure.
TANK 1 FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS 2.0 MG TANK AND IRELAND TRAIL BOOSTER STATION is a distribution pump station located in Mishawaka, St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a key component of the local water distribution network, providing pressure management and storage capacity. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the Indiana Department of Environmental Management and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, which set standards for water quality and system reliability. Typical distribution pump stations in the region include booster pumps and storage tanks to maintain adequate water pressure for residential and commercial users. This facility enhances the resilience of Mishawaka's water supply system by providing additional storage and boosting capacity. Its location along Valley Trail and Ireland Trail supports the growing community's water demands, contributing to public health and fire protection services.
Environmental context
The facility operates within the St. Joseph River watershed, which supplies drinking water to the region. Proper management of distribution pump stations is critical to prevent water loss and ensure efficient energy use. The station's storage tank helps buffer demand fluctuations, reducing stress on the water source and treatment plant.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at Valley Trail and Ireland Trail in Mishawaka, St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States.
The station is operational and serves as a booster station with a 2.0 million gallon storage tank.
Distribution pump stations in Indiana must comply with the Indiana Department of Environmental Management's water quality rules and the Safe Drinking Water Act, ensuring safe and reliable water delivery.
The 2.0 MG tank provides storage for peak demand and emergencies, while the booster station maintains adequate pressure in the distribution system.
Distribution pump stations vary widely, but many include storage tanks ranging from 0.5 to 5 million gallons and booster pumps sized for local demand.
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