What is the primary function of a wet well?

The primary function of a wet well is to temporarily store water before it is pumped elsewhere. Wet wells are an integral component of many pumping systems, particularly in wastewater treatment plants and sewage systems. When wastewater or stormwater enters the wet well, it is stored until a pump can efficiently move it to the next stage of treatment or to a different location, such as a treatment plant or overflow system. This function allows for better management of flow rates and ensures that pumps operate under optimal conditions.

While options related to filtering water or filtering wastewater and managing stormwater runoff may be associated with various aspects of water management and treatment processes, those are not the core purpose of a wet well. The provision of temporary storage plays a crucial role in maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of pumping operations.