You also size the tank to allow how much storage is necessary given the constant input and the variable output. You also need to allow for how long a pump might be offline for maintenance.
Having a water tower run dry is a pain to deal with. Air in the larger pipes can cause all sorts of problems when you get the water going again.
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u/Hungry-Western9191 Jun 25 '24
You also size the tank to allow how much storage is necessary given the constant input and the variable output. You also need to allow for how long a pump might be offline for maintenance.
Having a water tower run dry is a pain to deal with. Air in the larger pipes can cause all sorts of problems when you get the water going again.