SWAY OUTLET CSM DATA Wastewater Treatment Plant, New Forest, England

SWAY OUTLET CSM DATA is a wastewater treatment plant located in Sway, near New Forest in Hampshire, England. It serves a population of approximately 2,588 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under UK and EU regulatory frameworks. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required by the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) for discharges into coastal waters. With a designed capacity of 2,588 m³/day and an average daily flow of 576.18 m³, the plant operates well below its capacity, indicating room for future growth or seasonal variations. The treated effluent is discharged into the local coastal environment, likely via a river or direct outfall to the English Channel. The New Forest area is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse habitats including heathland, woodland, and coastal marshes. The plant's proximity to the coast means its discharge must meet stringent standards to protect marine life and bathing water quality.

The plant discharges into the coastal waters of the English Channel, which receives drainage from the New Forest area via small rivers and streams. This region supports important habitats for migratory birds, fish, and marine species. The discharge must comply with the EU Bathing Water Directive to ensure water quality for recreational use and ecosystem health.