feeder main definition

feeder main means a pipe connecting a pumping station to the water main network;
feeder main means a water main which typically receives flow from transmission mains or from pressure control facilities (i.e. booster pumping stations or pressure reducing valves) and which supplies water to several branch mains (distribution mains). The feeder main provides a significant carrying capacity or flow capability to a large area;
feeder main means the medium pressurized pipes used to convey water to Water Mains;

More Definitions of feeder main

feeder main means a pressurized large diameter pipe used to convey potable water from a pump station to a local water main distribution network. For this project, the term Feeder Main shall be considered equivalent to the term Water main, as used within the City of Winnipeg Standard Construction Specifications;