MIL-HDBK-1005/7A
Section 8:
STORAGE
8.1
Function
8.1.1
General . Wherever feasible, design storage to provide
flow through circulation, with compartments.
8.1.2
Purpose .
Storage reservoirs serve the following
purposes:
a)
To allow a balanced flow through pipelines
between the source and the treatment plant or distribution
system.
b)
To supply water during peak demand periods.
c)
To maintain pressure in the distribution system.
d)
To supply water during power outage or repair of
pumps.
e)
To provide an emergency supply for fire
protection.
8.1.3
Site Considerations
a)
Hydraulic analysi s should be used to determine
the best storage reservoir locations for each system to ensure
flow, pressure & water quality.
b)
In medium and large distribution systems, storage
reservoirs are generally located near centers of heavy demand.
8.2
Types of Storage
8.2.1
Ground Storage Tanks . Use these tanks where the
topography permits in lieu of the more expensive elevated tanks,
or where required by the following conditions:
8.2.1.1
Size Limitation. Where requirements are very large
and costs of elevated storage run unusually high, part of the
distribution storage may be provided as ground-level storage.
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