5 m Brick Water Tower 5,000 L

AOWIS Reference Implementation: 5 m Brick Water Tower with 5,000 L nylon tank. Designed for simple, locally-buildable construction using available materials.

This blueprint is non-normative and intended as a practical, low-tech reference for local water infrastructure.

Water Tower Malawi Brick 5000 L
Water Tower Malawi Brick 5000 L
Water Tower Malawi Brick 10000 L Twin
Water Tower Malawi Brick 10000 L Twin

Functional Purpose

Store 5,000 L of water in a tank elevated ~5 m for gravity-fed irrigation
Provide reliable water supply without requiring specialized equipment
Integrate optionally with AOWIS Field Controllers for water level monitoring

Structural Concept

5 m high brick tower in simple cross/X pattern for stability
Supports a standard 5,000 L nylon tank (locally available)
No specialized engineering required - buildable with local skills
Open-top tank for inspection and filling
Mobile Ladder or simple access for maintenance if needed

Hydraulic Layout

Tank outlet supplies outlets, homes, irrigation zones by gravity
Minimum water level need to be maintained for stability, especially during strong winds
Isolation valve allows manual control
Optional integration with a small pump for secondary supply zones

Safety Considerations

Basic stability ensured by the cross/X brick pattern
Keep tank weight within reasonable limits (full tank ~5 tons)
Ladder and hatch should be used carefully and protected to be accessed by children
Empty or near-empty tanks are more susceptible to wind forces; take care during strong wind events
Ensure tank straps, brackets, or anchoring to the frame are installed and checked regularly
Basic manual valve operations keeps it operational during brownouts

Manual Operation Pathways

Tank filling and emptying can be done manually if electronics fail
Simple paper-based logs or measurements supported

Controller Integration Points

Optional water level sensor for Field Controller logging
- AOWIS control can read tank level for irrigation scheduling
Controller can enforce a minimum water level to ensure the tank remains gravity-stable against wind forces
Controller may connect to global weather forecasts when internet is available
- High wind or storm warnings trigger alerts to the operator
- Controller can temporarily fill or maintain tank level to prevent tipping during forecasted high winds
- Irrigation may be suspended or modified to reduce risk to infrastructure
Manual bypass always available - water supply continues even if electronics are offline

Versioning Note

This design is so simple and locally adaptable that traditional versioning practically does not apply
Builders may adjust dimensions, brick patterns, or tank placement according to local materials and skills
Basic stability and functional operation should be maintained