Lift Station
Lift Station
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What is the difference between a "wet well" and a "dry well"?
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RE: Lift Station
That said, there are many variations. Submersible pumps can be installed in the wet well, so a dry well isn't needed. Or, perhaps the pumps draw water directly from a river or sewer, in which case there is a dry well but no wet well. The benefit of dry wells is a convenient place to perform maintenance on the equipment...the downside is additional cost and an unfortunate possibility that it might flood (which is why placing the electrical equipment below grade is not advisable).
RE: Lift Station