Risk: Medium Distribution Pump Station Operational

ULYSSES BOOSTER STATION - Distribution Pump Station in Ulysses, Kansas

ULYSSES, Kansas, United States

Overview

ULYSSES BOOSTER STATION is an operational distribution pump station in Ulysses, Kansas, United States. It supports local water distribution infrastructure under state and federal regulations.

ULYSSES BOOSTER STATION is a distribution pump station located in Ulysses, Grant County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a key component of the local water distribution network, ensuring adequate pressure and flow for residential, commercial, and agricultural users in the region. As a distribution pump station, the facility operates under the regulatory framework of the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for public water systems. Typical infrastructure includes electric motor-driven pumps, control systems, and backup power provisions to maintain service reliability. The station's capacity is not publicly specified, but it likely serves a moderate-sized community in the Great Plains region. The environmental context of the Ulysses area is semi-arid, with water resources primarily sourced from the Ogallala Aquifer. The booster station plays a critical role in maintaining water supply for irrigation and municipal use, supporting local agriculture and community resilience. Redundancy and age of infrastructure are key operational considerations for such facilities in rural settings.

Environmental context

The Ulysses Booster Station operates in a semi-arid region of Kansas, where water resources are heavily dependent on the Ogallala Aquifer. The facility's role in maintaining water distribution is critical for local agriculture and community water supply. Infrastructure age and redundancy are important factors for ensuring reliable service in this water-scarce environment.

Frequently asked questions

ULYSSES BOOSTER STATION is located in Ulysses, Grant County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.453170, -101.353030.

The facility is operational and functions as a distribution pump station within the local water supply network.

The station operates under the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and U.S. EPA regulations for public water systems, including the Safe Drinking Water Act.

Distribution pump stations in Kansas vary in capacity, often ranging from 500 to 5,000 gallons per minute, depending on the served population and demand.

The booster station maintains adequate water pressure and flow for residential, commercial, and agricultural users in Ulysses and surrounding areas, drawing from the Ogallala Aquifer.

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