Shallow Well Jet Pump

About Shallow Well Jet Pump

Shallow Well Jet Pump Description

A Shallow Well Jet Pump is an above-ground water pump designed to draw water from shallow sources (typically up to 25 feet / 78 meters deep) and supply it to homes, gardens, farms, or small commercial systems. It uses a jet (venturi) mechanism to create suction, lifting water from the well and delivering it under pressure to a plumbing system or storage tank.

The pumps impeller pushes water through a nozzle and venturi (the jet), creating a low-pressure zone that pulls water up from the well. The pumped water is then sent to a pressure tank or directly to fixtures. Most shallow well jet pumps are self-priming after initial setup.

Key features

• Designed for shallow wells, lakes, cisterns, or storage tanks

• Above-ground installation for easy access and maintenance

• Can provide steady household pressure when paired with a pressure tank

• Available in various horsepower ratings to match demand

• Works with standard suction piping and a foot valve/check valve

Typical uses

• Residential water supply

• Lawn and garden irrigation

• Small cottages or cabins

• Livestock watering and light agricultural use

Advantages

• Simple, reliable design

• Lower cost than deep-well systems

• Easy to install and service

• Good balance of flow and pressure for small systems

Limitations

• Not suitable for deep wells (suction lift limited to ~25 ft due to physics)

• Performance drops if there are air leaks in the suction line

• Generally noisier than submersible pumps since the motor is above ground

Common specs (varies by model)

• Horsepower: 0.51.5 HP

• Max suction lift: ~25 ft

• Flow rate: ~820 GPM (3075 L/min)

• Typical discharge pressure: 3050 psi