Stanton Water Department
The City of Stanton water system currently includes two supply wells with a total production capacity of approximately 650 gallons per minute (GPM). Within the distribution system there are approximately 10.8 miles of water mains consisting of 7,000 feet of 8 inch pipe, 6,200 feet of 6 inch pipe, 33,000 feet of 4 inch pipe, and nearly 10,700 feet of 2 inch or smaller pipe. The system also includes a single elevated 100,000 gallon storage tank, located in the north part of the city.
The city wells are located in the southeast part of the city along State Highway 57 and south of the river east of Elkhorn Acres Golf Course. The well south of the river is the main well being used, with the well along Highway 57 used during peak demand periods. The computer controlled well pumps and distribution system automatically deliver water to meet the fluctuating demand.
The average depth of the wells is 60 feet; average consumption is 225,000 gallons per day; peak consumption is 500,000 gallons per day; hardness is 364 mg/L. The city has been making improvements in the water system for the past several years.
The water is tested frequently by the state health department laboratory to be sure that it meets all state and federal water quality standards. The water is not normally chlorinated, but standby chlorination equipment is maintained in the event that it is needed. The City of Stanton water system operates in compliance with and is regulated by the Nebraska Health and Human Services. You may contact the NHHS, Regulation and Licensure Division by calling them at 402-471-2133.
The distribution system in general is considered to be adequate. The entire city is served by the distribution system and no specific inadequacies are known. There is an excess of small diameter lines for a system of this size. These small diameter lines are generally serving as domestic service lines only and have no fire protection capabilities.