Large-Scale Rainwater Harvesting for U.S. Military Bases¶

Rainwater & Storage • Est. CapEx: $700,000 USD • Lifespan: 20 Years (Standardized)

Technical Overview¶

Implementation of rainwater harvesting systems at multiple U.S. Department of Defense installations, including Fort Bragg, Camp Pendleton, and Vandenberg SFB, for non-potable uses like irrigation, vehicle washing, and cooling systems. Demonstrates commercial-scale reliability.

Key Specifications & Engineering Parameters¶

Parameter	Specification
Category	Rainwater & Storage
Capital Cost (CapEx)	$700,000 USD
Power / Energy	Electric / Motorized
Target Scale	Community Scale
Standard Lifespan	20 Years (Standardized)
Technology Maturity	Commercially Available
Primary Mechanism	Runoff from large roofs (e.g., warehouses, hangars) is captured and stored in below-ground fiberglass or concrete tanks. Water is filtered (e.g., 25 GPM skid) and disinfected (UV) before use. Systems are designed to manage stormwater peak flows and reduce potable water demand.

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