how does a water tower actually work?

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how does a water tower actually work?

2006-07-06 02:53:28 · 3 answers · asked by kjsxton 1 in Local Businesses ➔ United States ➔ Dallas

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It increases water pressure in a municipal water system. The tank is usually located at one of the higher points in the system. At night, when demand is low, the utility pumps water up into the tank. The weight of the water up there in that big round ball pushes down on the water in the pipes and increases the water pressure.

2006-07-06 02:59:19 · answer #1 · answered by Ralfcoder 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Water is pumped up to maintain a certain level.
Gravity feeds water to homes, business, etc. and creates water pressure

2006-07-06 09:58:00 · answer #2 · answered by gcbtrading 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Gravity, it is more than just a good idea...it's a law!

2006-07-06 12:50:29 · answer #3 · answered by Jim M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋