Stony Brook Regional Sewer Authority Millstone Pump Station - Distribution Pump Station in Princeton Twp, New Jersey

The Stony Brook Regional Sewer Authority Millstone Pump Station is a distribution pump station located in Princeton Township, Mercer County, New Jersey, United States. It is part of the regional wastewater collection system managed by the Stony Brook Regional Sewer Authority, serving communities in the area. As a distribution pump station, this facility plays a key role in conveying wastewater from collection systems to treatment plants. While specific technical specifications such as flow capacity are not detailed in available records, pump stations of this type typically operate under New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) regulations and local municipal codes governing wastewater infrastructure. The facility is classified as operational, indicating active service. The Millstone Pump Station contributes to the environmental health of the region by ensuring proper wastewater conveyance, reducing the risk of overflows and untreated discharges into local waterways. Its location in the Millstone River watershed underscores its importance in protecting water quality in the area.

The pump station operates within the Millstone River watershed, a tributary of the Raritan River, which supports diverse aquatic habitats and recreational uses. Proper wastewater conveyance is critical to prevent nutrient loading and pathogen contamination that could impair water quality. The facility's role in the regional sewer system helps mitigate environmental risks associated with aging infrastructure and stormwater infiltration.