For this nuclear power plant process water pump station, Romtec Utilities designed and supplied a pump station for the Virgil Summer Nuclear Generating Station in Jenkinsville, South Carolina. This nuclear power plant process water pump station handles low flows of industrial process water for the nuclear power generation plant.

In South Carolina, nuclear power is the state’s primary source of electricity, supplying roughly 54% of in state generation in 2025. Nationally, South Carolina ranks third—after Illinois and Pennsylvania—for both installed nuclear capacity and total nuclear power generation. United States – U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA)

The Virgil C. Summer Nuclear Generating Station is located near Jenkinsville and provides electricity for customers of Dominion Energy and Santee Cooper. The plant uses a Westinghouse 3-loop Pressurized Water Reactor to produce electricity by turning a turbine with steam. Dominion Energy operates the plant under strict safety and public health oversight.

Jenkinsville, the location of the V.C. Summer Nuclear Station is an incorporated town in South Carolina in the western part of Fairfield County.

Romtec Utilities previously provided two lift stations for the Shaw Power Group during the construction of two new nuclear reactors at this power plant. Another phase of the construction project required an additional lift station for process water generated by plant operations. This process water supports steam production and helps cool multiple system components that operate at elevated temperatures.

The plant uses a closed system, with water heated by uranium fuel and kept under pressure. Then the water runs through a steam generator. The water from the reactor remains in this closed system to be used over and over again. The generator heats a separate loop of steam used to turn the turbine to make electricity. This steam, in a separate system, is not mixed with the generator’s water.

After the turbine makes electricity, steam is condensed by cooling water from Monticello Reservoir. The condensed steam is reheated, and the process is repeated all over again.

This package lift station was configured to handle low flows of industrial process water used for nuclear power generation. It was one of the earliest systems to be installed during the construction of two new reactors at the plant.

Submersible Flygt grinder pumps in a duplex configuration and a below grade valve assembly comprise the principal mechanical operations. An outdoor control panel utilizes floats for primary liquid level-sensing, and an auto dialer for communications and alarm notification.

The industrial grinder pump features a 4′ diameter wet well, 3″ discharge piping, MP3068 Flygt pumps, and a 3″ – 577 VALVE VAULT. It pumps up to 35 gallons per minute with a total dynamic head of 33.6’

Romtec Utilities worked directly with the Shaw Power Group to design, manufacture, and supply this industrial pump station for the Virgil C. Summer Nuclear Generating Station near Jenkinsville, South Carolina.

We have worked with a variety of power generation plants to provide industrial reuse water lift stations for the plant. Our team of engineers works directly with the owners, developers, and construction team to meet the exact specifications of the plant and system based on its standards and purpose.

Our extensive design experience will deliver an industrial lift system that meets all local building codes, fits within the budget, and meets all pumping requirements.

With our team of engineers, we design process water for nuclear steam generation power plants, that can handle tough pumping conditions, including high water temperatures that can be corrosive to certain pumps or components.

1. We design the pump type: we chose Flygt grinder pumps in a duplex configuration for a long-lasting system design and redundancy.
2. We select system components that can withstand high water temperature that is caustic or corrosive to certain materials. This design expertise helps us select all components that can last in this caustic environment when dealing with steam and power generation.
3. We manufacture the valve vault with valves and various components all manufactured at our plant, prior to delivery, ensuring quality control and savings at installation. Our process cuts down on the construction costs, time, and equipment needed. Saving you and your project money and hassle.
4. Site design. We help with the site layout and design in regards to the pump system and how it ties into the surrounding infrastructure and steam generation process.
5. Our onsite installation technician helps ensure the system is installed correctly. They handle start up of the system, along with training on the system controls and operations.
6. Warranty. As your sole provider, we manage all warranty matters for a simpler process.

We can design an industrial process water pump station to meet your nuclear power plant operational needs, with our team of engineers and specialist who know how to handle these difficult pumping environments. Contact us today to get started on the design of your project!