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I would like to know a bit more info on this.
1) Is this natural or was it bored?
2) What is the vertical difference between the cabin and the well? (I assume the well is higher)
3) What kind of uses do you expect to use the water for?
4) Most artesian wells are loaded with minerals will this cause you any problems?
Now for a bit of information. 1 psi equals 27.70 inches of water. That means, for gravity feed, if you want 10 psi you need to raise the water tank to a height of 277" (~23') above the outlet. If this is not practical you can place a pump at the collection vessel to provide you with the pressure you require. as for construction of the vessel if you're planning to place it in the well most people use wood, you'll be amazed how long it will last if submerged. I've also seen fiberglass used. I even saw a guy bury a galvanized steel drum in one once, I'm not sure how long it lasted but if you don't scratch the coating it should last for many years. If you plan on elevating it above grade then I would use a standard glass lined water tank.
I hope this helps a bit.
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> David, Thanks for replying, I'll try to provide more
> info.
> #1.The well is natural
> #2 The well would be approximately 200'above my cabin
> location. Unfortunately, I'll need to pipe the water
> horizontally about 300' across the hill.Is this possible?
It is certainly possible. The only constraint is to never let the pipe rise above the outlet point.
If you have a 200' difference in level you're going to have about 85 psig water pressure at the cabin. You may need a regulator to lower the pressure if you run the piping directly to the cabin from the spring.
What I would suggest, if convienient, is to locate a holding tank about 115' above the cabin with a float valve on the inlet to keep it full. That will give you about 50 psig at the cabin. I would use 1" or larger piping.
> #3. I would like to use the water for washing-showering
> and possibly for drinking,although I'll need to have
> the Health dept.test it for bacteria...
That sounds good if you can get the health dept to accept it.
>#4. The minerals that may be present shouldn't be a
> problem.
> Would the container have the bottom partially removed?
No, just dig down in front of the spring and sink the collector in there so the water will flow into it.
>Is it the gravity pressure of the water from higher on
> the hill that fills the tank?
Yes.
> Is it necessary to filter the water before it enters
> the tank with sand or possibly gravel?
It might be a good idea, though usually not necessary.
> Is it best to place the water outlet from the containment > vessel in the middle of the water level within the vessel?
I would say lower third. but it depends on your site.
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I have most of the volumes of the Foxfire set and, you're right they have lots of good advice on doing most everyday things. They are great books.
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