Overview
Monmouth County Regional Northeast Sewer Authority Pump Station #11 in West Long Branch, New Jersey, is an operational distribution pump station serving the local wastewater infrastructure.
Monmouth County Regional Northeast Sewer Authority Pump Station #11 is a distribution pump station located on Larchwood Avenue in West Long Branch, New Jersey. It is part of the regional wastewater collection and conveyance system managed by the Monmouth County Regional Northeast Sewer Authority, serving communities in Monmouth County. The facility operates as a distribution pump station, a critical component of wastewater infrastructure that moves sewage from lower to higher elevations or to treatment plants. Pump stations of this type typically handle moderate to high flows depending on the service area. In New Jersey, such facilities are regulated under state water quality and wastewater management regulations, including NJDEP permits and local municipal codes. This pump station plays a key role in ensuring reliable wastewater transport for West Long Branch and surrounding areas, helping to protect public health and local water bodies. Its operational status contributes to the resilience of the regional sewer system, which is essential for managing stormwater and sanitary flows in a coastal environment subject to flooding and sea-level rise concerns.
Environmental context
The pump station operates in a coastal region of New Jersey, where wastewater infrastructure must contend with high water tables, storm surge risks, and aging collection systems. Proper maintenance and redundancy are critical to prevent sanitary sewer overflows that could impact local waterways, including the Atlantic Ocean and nearby estuaries. The facility's role in conveying wastewater to treatment plants helps reduce nutrient pollution and protect sensitive aquatic habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The pump station is located on Larchwood Avenue in West Long Branch, New Jersey, within Monmouth County.
Distribution pump stations move wastewater from lower to higher elevations or convey it to treatment plants, ensuring proper flow through the collection system.
The facility is operated by the Monmouth County Regional Northeast Sewer Authority, which manages regional wastewater services.
They are regulated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) under the Water Pollution Control Act and local municipal codes, covering discharge permits and operational standards.
By reliably conveying wastewater to treatment facilities, it helps prevent overflows and reduces pollution in local waterways, including the Atlantic Ocean and coastal estuaries.
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