When flooding occurrences overwhelm or damage conventional pumping infrastructure, mobile pumping stations fill the gap. 

The ability of mobile pumping stations to be deployed quickly in strategic locations enables response teams to adapt to changing flood conditions and reach otherwise inaccessible locations. By effectively controlling levels and moving water, mobile pumping stations help mitigate the impact of floods on communities and infrastructure, making them an essential tool to have on standby.Check out these four mobile pumping stations from manufacturers that specialize in flood control.

Godwin CD Series 

The Godwin CD Series of pumps are a reliable and efficient solution for dewatering and flood-control applications, featuring Dri-Prime automatic self-priming system. The series encompasses a range of performance options with flow ranges up 16,500 gpm and head ranges from 95 to 280 feet. The pump's design includes a liquid bath mechanical seal, providing the ability to run dry without damage and reducing maintenance costs and also an abrasion-resistant silicon carbide seal. Most offerings in the CD line provide flexibility in starting and stopping, with both automatic and manual options available through the integral mounted control panel or an optional wireless remote access. www.xylem.com/en-us/brands/godwin/

BBA BA Series 

These pumps are designed to offer efficient solutions for handling high-flow situations during flood control operations. The BA series come in various sizes and flow capacities to cater to different flood control needs. With four offerings in the line, the users will find a variety of flow rates and head ranges. The BA400G D540 provides a maximum flow rate of 14,080 gpm and a maximum head of 82 ft. at 35 psi. The BA500G D675 achieves a maximum flow rate of 19,800 gpm with a maximum head of 86 feet at 37 psi, while the BA600G D743 offers a flow rate of 28,600 gpm with a maximum head of 72 feet at 31 psi. For even larger flow demands, the BA700G D810 offers a maximum flow rate of 34,300 gpm and a maximum head of 76 feet at 33 psi. www.bbapumpsusa.com 

Thompson Heavy-Duty Trash Pumps

The line of Heavy-Duty Trash Pumps from Thompson are equipped with a quick start-up wet prime/self-priming system, ensuring smooth operation with minimal costs for maintenance. These pumps can handle solids up to 3 inches in diameter, making them effective in handling debris and waste materials. Depending on the model, they offer from max head of 104 to 168 feet and a suction lift capability of up to 28 feet. The pumps are equipped with either 2 or 3 vane ductile iron semi-open impellers and a cast iron, rubber-lined, abrasion-resistant wear plate. They can be powered by gasoline, propane, natural gas, or Final Tier 4 diesel engines, providing versatility in fuel options. The placement of the suction port above the centerline of the impeller allows for quick priming and re-priming. The pumps also feature a dry-running, abrasion-resistant tungsten carbide mechanical seal and Viton elastomers. They can be mounted on mobile trailers or standard skids, offering flexibility in deployment. www.thompsonpump.com 

Gorman-Rupp Ultra V Series

The Gorman-Rupp Ultra V Series, self-priming centrifugal pumps have been specifically designed for heavy-duty solids handling and high-head applications. The series offers various sizes, including 3, 4 and 6 inch, with a maximum capacity of 2,050 gpm and a maximum head of 175 feet. They are built to handle solids of up to 3 inches and constructed with cast iron materials. Ultra V Series are built with diesel engines capable of producing up to 115.9 hp. www.grpumps.com