The Gateway Geyser is a fountain located on the riverfront of the Mississippi River in the Malcolm W. Martin Memorial Park in East St. Louis, Illinois, directly across from the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri. The fountain is the world's second tallest, lifting water to a height of approximately 630 feet (192m). It is second to King Fahd's Fountain in Saudi Arabia, which reaches 853 feet (260m). The Gateway Geyser is a counterpart to the equally tall Arch on the Missouri riverbank. Four minor fountains represent the four rivers which converge at St. Louis and East St. Louis.
Vision
To complete the vision of a memorial on each side of the Mississippi River, the Gateway Geyser was designed and constructed by St. Louis–based Hydro Dramatics. It was completed in 1995 at a cost of $4 million. Three 800-horsepower (600kW) pumps power the fountain, discharging 8,000 U.S. gallons of water per minute (50 L/s) at a speed of 250 feet (76m) per second. The fountain has an axial thrust of 103,000 pounds-force (460 kN); water is jetted out of the 6-foot (1.8m)-tall aerated nozzle at a pressure of 550 pounds per square inch (3.8 MPa).
Living St. Louis producer Anne-Marie Berger travels across the Mississippi to find the story behind the Gateway Geyser—one of the tallest fountains in the world.
published: 29 Jan 2008
The Gateway Geyser
The Gateway Geyser is a fountain located on the riverfront of the Mississippi River in the Malcolm W. Martin Memorial Park in East St. Louis, Illinois, directly across from the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri. The fountain is the world's second tallest, lifting water to a height of approximately 630 feet (192 m). It is second to King Fahd's Fountain in Saudi Arabia, which reaches 853 feet (260 m). The Gateway Geyser is a counterpart to the equally tall Arch on the Missouri riverbank. Four minor fountains represent the four rivers which converge at St. Louis and East St. Louis.
published: 05 Jul 2013
Gateway Geyser - Tallest Fountain in N. America - powered by Nidec
Nidec Motor Corporation develops and produces a wide array of motors for a number of different applications. Among these, pump motors used in applications such as water supply systems, wastewater, irrigated agriculture and fountains are especially representative of our business. For example, the famous gateway geyser (East St. Louis, Illinois), ranking as the second tallest fountain in the world and the tallest in North America with its height of 192 meters (630 feet), is powered by pumps driven by our vertical motors.
The characteristic feature of these motors is their ability to withstand the high thrust generated in the direction of the bearing axis by the lifting power of the propeller. This mechanical stress is otherwise known to cause problems when it comes to high-output pump motor...
published: 23 Apr 2018
Gateway Geyser
Gateway Geyser, Malcolm Memorial Park, East St. Louis.
Living St. Louis producer Anne-Marie Berger travels across the Mississippi to find the story behind the Gateway Geyser—one of the tallest fountains in the world...
Living St. Louis producer Anne-Marie Berger travels across the Mississippi to find the story behind the Gateway Geyser—one of the tallest fountains in the world.
Living St. Louis producer Anne-Marie Berger travels across the Mississippi to find the story behind the Gateway Geyser—one of the tallest fountains in the world.
The Gateway Geyser is a fountain located on the riverfront of the Mississippi River in the Malcolm W. Martin Memorial Park in East St. Louis, Illinois, directly...
The Gateway Geyser is a fountain located on the riverfront of the Mississippi River in the Malcolm W. Martin Memorial Park in East St. Louis, Illinois, directly across from the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri. The fountain is the world's second tallest, lifting water to a height of approximately 630 feet (192 m). It is second to King Fahd's Fountain in Saudi Arabia, which reaches 853 feet (260 m). The Gateway Geyser is a counterpart to the equally tall Arch on the Missouri riverbank. Four minor fountains represent the four rivers which converge at St. Louis and East St. Louis.
The Gateway Geyser is a fountain located on the riverfront of the Mississippi River in the Malcolm W. Martin Memorial Park in East St. Louis, Illinois, directly across from the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri. The fountain is the world's second tallest, lifting water to a height of approximately 630 feet (192 m). It is second to King Fahd's Fountain in Saudi Arabia, which reaches 853 feet (260 m). The Gateway Geyser is a counterpart to the equally tall Arch on the Missouri riverbank. Four minor fountains represent the four rivers which converge at St. Louis and East St. Louis.
Nidec Motor Corporation develops and produces a wide array of motors for a number of different applications. Among these, pump motors used in applications such ...
Nidec Motor Corporation develops and produces a wide array of motors for a number of different applications. Among these, pump motors used in applications such as water supply systems, wastewater, irrigated agriculture and fountains are especially representative of our business. For example, the famous gateway geyser (East St. Louis, Illinois), ranking as the second tallest fountain in the world and the tallest in North America with its height of 192 meters (630 feet), is powered by pumps driven by our vertical motors.
The characteristic feature of these motors is their ability to withstand the high thrust generated in the direction of the bearing axis by the lifting power of the propeller. This mechanical stress is otherwise known to cause problems when it comes to high-output pump motors. The 800-horsepower motors powering the fountain utilize a hollow shaft construction coupled with high-strength bearings to withstand the thrust of up to four to six tons exerted upon the motors as the fountain erupts. Furthermore, the lubrication system is based on an oil film which prevents galling. These factors combined, have resulted in 20 years of continuous trouble-free operation. ---------------------------------- Let's get social!
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About Nidec Motor Corporation
With headquarters in St. Louis, Mo., Nidec Motor Corporation (NMC) is the leading manufacturer of commercial, industrial, and appliance motors and controls. The NMC product line features a full line of high efficiency motors, large and small, that serve industrial, residential, and commercial markets in applications ranging from agriculture, water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation to pool and spa motors, air conditioning condensers, rooftop cooling towers, and commercial refrigeration. NMC also makes motors, controls, and switches for automotive and commercial markets.
Nidec Motor Corporation develops and produces a wide array of motors for a number of different applications. Among these, pump motors used in applications such as water supply systems, wastewater, irrigated agriculture and fountains are especially representative of our business. For example, the famous gateway geyser (East St. Louis, Illinois), ranking as the second tallest fountain in the world and the tallest in North America with its height of 192 meters (630 feet), is powered by pumps driven by our vertical motors.
The characteristic feature of these motors is their ability to withstand the high thrust generated in the direction of the bearing axis by the lifting power of the propeller. This mechanical stress is otherwise known to cause problems when it comes to high-output pump motors. The 800-horsepower motors powering the fountain utilize a hollow shaft construction coupled with high-strength bearings to withstand the thrust of up to four to six tons exerted upon the motors as the fountain erupts. Furthermore, the lubrication system is based on an oil film which prevents galling. These factors combined, have resulted in 20 years of continuous trouble-free operation. ---------------------------------- Let's get social!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1300289
Twitter: https://twitter.com/NidecMotorCorp
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About Nidec Motor Corporation
With headquarters in St. Louis, Mo., Nidec Motor Corporation (NMC) is the leading manufacturer of commercial, industrial, and appliance motors and controls. The NMC product line features a full line of high efficiency motors, large and small, that serve industrial, residential, and commercial markets in applications ranging from agriculture, water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation to pool and spa motors, air conditioning condensers, rooftop cooling towers, and commercial refrigeration. NMC also makes motors, controls, and switches for automotive and commercial markets.
Living St. Louis producer Anne-Marie Berger travels across the Mississippi to find the story behind the Gateway Geyser—one of the tallest fountains in the world.
The Gateway Geyser is a fountain located on the riverfront of the Mississippi River in the Malcolm W. Martin Memorial Park in East St. Louis, Illinois, directly across from the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri. The fountain is the world's second tallest, lifting water to a height of approximately 630 feet (192 m). It is second to King Fahd's Fountain in Saudi Arabia, which reaches 853 feet (260 m). The Gateway Geyser is a counterpart to the equally tall Arch on the Missouri riverbank. Four minor fountains represent the four rivers which converge at St. Louis and East St. Louis.
Nidec Motor Corporation develops and produces a wide array of motors for a number of different applications. Among these, pump motors used in applications such as water supply systems, wastewater, irrigated agriculture and fountains are especially representative of our business. For example, the famous gateway geyser (East St. Louis, Illinois), ranking as the second tallest fountain in the world and the tallest in North America with its height of 192 meters (630 feet), is powered by pumps driven by our vertical motors.
The characteristic feature of these motors is their ability to withstand the high thrust generated in the direction of the bearing axis by the lifting power of the propeller. This mechanical stress is otherwise known to cause problems when it comes to high-output pump motors. The 800-horsepower motors powering the fountain utilize a hollow shaft construction coupled with high-strength bearings to withstand the thrust of up to four to six tons exerted upon the motors as the fountain erupts. Furthermore, the lubrication system is based on an oil film which prevents galling. These factors combined, have resulted in 20 years of continuous trouble-free operation. ---------------------------------- Let's get social!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1300289
Twitter: https://twitter.com/NidecMotorCorp
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About Nidec Motor Corporation
With headquarters in St. Louis, Mo., Nidec Motor Corporation (NMC) is the leading manufacturer of commercial, industrial, and appliance motors and controls. The NMC product line features a full line of high efficiency motors, large and small, that serve industrial, residential, and commercial markets in applications ranging from agriculture, water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation to pool and spa motors, air conditioning condensers, rooftop cooling towers, and commercial refrigeration. NMC also makes motors, controls, and switches for automotive and commercial markets.
The Gateway Geyser is a fountain located on the riverfront of the Mississippi River in the Malcolm W. Martin Memorial Park in East St. Louis, Illinois, directly across from the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri. The fountain is the world's second tallest, lifting water to a height of approximately 630 feet (192m). It is second to King Fahd's Fountain in Saudi Arabia, which reaches 853 feet (260m). The Gateway Geyser is a counterpart to the equally tall Arch on the Missouri riverbank. Four minor fountains represent the four rivers which converge at St. Louis and East St. Louis.
Vision
To complete the vision of a memorial on each side of the Mississippi River, the Gateway Geyser was designed and constructed by St. Louis–based Hydro Dramatics. It was completed in 1995 at a cost of $4 million. Three 800-horsepower (600kW) pumps power the fountain, discharging 8,000 U.S. gallons of water per minute (50 L/s) at a speed of 250 feet (76m) per second. The fountain has an axial thrust of 103,000 pounds-force (460 kN); water is jetted out of the 6-foot (1.8m)-tall aerated nozzle at a pressure of 550 pounds per square inch (3.8 MPa).
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