Gravity-Fed Spring Water System¶
Sand Dams & Civil Works • Est. CapEx: $10,175 USD • Lifespan: 7–15 Years
Technical Overview¶
A gravity-fed water system that collects water from a natural mountain spring using a spring box, then transmits it via PVC pipes to a community water storage tank and individual tapstands. Designed for rural communities without electricity or pumps, it provides a low-cost, sustainable water supply.
Key Specifications & Engineering Parameters¶
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Category | Sand Dams & Civil Works |
| Capital Cost (CapEx) | $10,175 USD |
| Power / Energy | 100% Gravity / Zero Power |
| Target Scale | Village / Community (200–1,000+ people) |
| Standard Lifespan | 7–15 Years |
| Technology Maturity | Commercially Available |
| Primary Mechanism | Water flows from a higher elevation spring into a spring box, then through a transmission pipeline downhill to a storage tank. A break-pressure tank reduces pressure to prevent pipe damage. The system uses elevation drop (gravity) to generate flow, with pipe sizing optimized to manage friction losses. |
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