Distribution Reservoirs

Types of Reservoirs

• Surface reservoirs
• Elevated reservoirs

• These are also called ground reservoirs.
• Mostly circular or rectangular tanks.
• Groundwater reservoirs are especially large in size.
• These reservoirs are built in high natural areas and are usually made of stone, brick, plain or reinforced concrete cement.
• The side walls are designed to absorb the pressure of the water when the reservoir is full and the pressure of the ground when it is empty.

Types of tank

• R.C.C. Tanks
• G.I. Tanks
• H.D.P.E Tanks

• It is reinforced concrete cement.
• They have a long life.
• Very little maintenance.
• Decent appearance.

• It is if galvanized iron.
• Generally square or rectangular in shape
• The life of the tank is short
• Corrosion of metal occurs
• Maintenance cost is high

• It is very popular for storing less quantity of water and hence useful for residential purpose.
• Handling is easy because of lightweight.
• Cheap in cost
• The maintenance cost is low.
• Cleaning tanks is easy.