Overview
Monmouth County Regional Northeast Sewer Authority Pump Station #10 is an operational distribution pump station in Fair Haven, New Jersey, serving the regional wastewater collection network.
Monmouth County Regional Northeast Sewer Authority Pump Station #10 is a distribution pump station located on Lewis Point Road in Fair Haven, New Jersey. It is part of the regional wastewater infrastructure managed by the Monmouth County Regional Northeast Sewer Authority, serving communities in Monmouth County. As a distribution pump station, it plays a key role in conveying wastewater from collection systems to treatment facilities. The facility operates under New Jersey's water quality regulations and local municipal codes governing wastewater collection and pumping. Typical distribution pump stations in this region are equipped with electric motor-driven pumps, backup power generators, and telemetry systems for remote monitoring. The station's capacity and age are not publicly specified, but it is part of a network that supports residential and commercial areas along the Navesink River. Environmental significance lies in its role in preventing overflows and protecting local waterways, including the Navesink River and Sandy Hook Bay. By maintaining reliable wastewater conveyance, the station helps reduce pollution risks and supports public health in the Fair Haven area.
Environmental context
The pump station operates in a coastal watershed context, where aging infrastructure and stormwater inflow pose risks to system capacity. Redundancy measures such as backup power and emergency storage are critical to prevent sanitary sewer overflows during heavy rain events. The facility's location near the Navesink River underscores the importance of reliable operation to protect estuarine habitats and recreational waters.
Frequently asked questions
The pump station is located on Lewis Point Road in Fair Haven, New Jersey, 07704, United States.
It is a distribution pump station that conveys wastewater from collection systems to treatment facilities within the Monmouth County Regional Northeast Sewer Authority service area.
The pump station is operated by the Monmouth County Regional Northeast Sewer Authority, which manages wastewater collection and treatment in northeastern Monmouth County.
Wastewater pump stations in New Jersey must comply with the New Jersey Water Pollution Control Act, NJDEP regulations for wastewater conveyance, and local municipal codes. Backup power and overflow prevention are typically required.
By reliably conveying wastewater, the station helps prevent overflows that could contaminate local waterways such as the Navesink River, protecting aquatic ecosystems and public health.
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