2,000-6,000 gal Water Tank
The 2,000-6,000 gal water tank class provides bulk site water storage for feeding water trucks or supporting comprehensive dust-control programs across large construction, grading, or mining sites. This is the largest common portable water tank size in the industry fleet, positioned above the 500-2,000 gal Water Tank class. These tanks typically stand 12.5-15 ft tall and carry load capacities from 2,000 to 5,000 kg when filled.

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Key specifications
| Specification | Typical range | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 2,000–6,000 gal | Defines the total volume of water stored; sufficient to supply multiple water truck fills or a day of continuous dust suppression |
| Max height | 12.5–15 ft (3.8–4.6 m) | Vertical clearance required for siting and filling; affects gravity-fed discharge pressure |
| Load capacity | 4,409–11,023 lb (2,000–5,000 kg) | Maximum safe weight of water and contents; critical for foundation and transport planning |
How to choose
The 2,000-6,000 gal band suits operations requiring bulk storage to feed water trucks, support extended dust-control spraying, or maintain water supply across multi-acre sites where refilling frequency must be minimized. When the primary need is stationary point-of-use storage—hydro-seeding prep, concrete curing, or single-equipment water supply—the 500-2,000 gal Water Tank band offers easier placement and lower foundation demands. Sites with municipal water connections or frequent delivery access often find the intermediate size adequate, while remote or high-volume operations benefit from the reduced refill cycles this larger class provides.
What this size handles
- Supplying a water truck fleet on a 40-acre grading project with infrequent municipal access
- Central water storage for a dust-control program spanning multiple demolition zones
- Remote earthwork site requiring multi-day water reserves between tanker deliveries
- Large-scale concrete pour staging where mixer trucks draw from a common supply
- Mining haul-road watering where refill logistics are constrained by distance
- Temporary water supply for fire protection or emergency reserves on industrial construction
Safety & operation
- Site surface must be level and stable; uneven settlement can stress tank walls and compromise structural integrity
- Overfill protection or manual monitoring required; tanks lack integral overflow systems in most industry configurations
- Secure lid closures to prevent debris entry and reduce algae growth; potable-rated tanks may require NSF-certified materials if supplying drinking water
- Freezing conditions require draining or heating provisions; ice expansion can rupture polyethylene and steel tanks alike
Transport & logistics
- Delivered and placed by flatbed truck or lowboy trailer; empty tanks weigh 200-800 lbs depending on construction material
- Larger units in this class may require crane or forklift offloading; smaller polyethylene models can be maneuvered with skid-steer forks
- Filled tanks are stationary; site foundations must support 2,000-5,000 kg distributed load on level, compacted ground or engineered pads
Power & supply
- Tanks are passive storage vessels requiring no onboard power; filling via municipal connection, water truck, or tanker delivery
- Discharge by gravity (elevation-dependent pressure), external electric pump, or truck-mounted pump drawing from tank outlet
- Pumps feeding from these tanks typically run on 115V or 230V single-phase electric, or gasoline/diesel portable power
Frequently asked
What foundation is required for a 5,000-gallon water tank?
How long does it take to fill a 3,000-gallon tank?
Can these tanks gravity-feed a water truck?
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|---|---|---|
| Den Hartog ACT2000-LPB | 2,000 gal | 13.2 ft (4.0 m) |
| Den Hartog ACT2000-LPG | 2,000 gal | 13.2 ft (4.0 m) |
| Den Hartog ACT2500-LPB | 2,500 gal | 13.2 ft (4.0 m) |
| Den Hartog ACT2500-LPG | 2,500 gal | 13.2 ft (4.0 m) |
| Norwesco Below Ground Holding Tank 5025 gal | 5,025 gal | 17.6 ft (5.4 m) |
| Norwesco Specialty Flat Bottom Hauling Tank 4200 gal | 4,200 gal | 15 ft (4.6 m) |
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