Barnegat Twp Water & Sewer Util Well #3 Operations Center, Barnegat, New Jersey

Barnegat Twp Water & Sewer Util Well #3 is an operations center located at 901 W Bay Ave, Barnegat, New Jersey, within Ocean County. As part of the Barnegat Township water and sewer utility network, this facility supports the management and monitoring of local water supply and wastewater systems. The facility is currently operational and plays a role in the broader utility operations for the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes compliance with state-level environmental and public health standards administered by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. For utility operations centers, cybersecurity and physical security are increasingly important, with guidelines such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework often applied to protect critical infrastructure. The scale of this facility is typical for a local municipal utility, managing a limited service area within the township. As a well operations center, this facility is integral to ensuring reliable water supply and sewer services for the Barnegat community. Its location in a coastal area of New Jersey means it must also address challenges related to groundwater management and stormwater resilience. The facility's role in maintaining public health and environmental quality underscores its importance to the local infrastructure.

Barnegat Township is located in a coastal region of New Jersey, with a mix of residential and natural areas. The local water utility operations must manage groundwater resources carefully to prevent saltwater intrusion and ensure sustainable yield. The facility's operations center coordinates wellfield management and distribution, which is critical for maintaining water quality and supply reliability in a region vulnerable to coastal flooding and sea-level rise.