Clayton V WWTP, Village of Clayton

Overview

Clayton V WWTP serves 1,821 people in the Village of Clayton, New York. The plant discharges treated wastewater within 50 km of the St. Lawrence River, which flows into the Gulf of St. Lawrence.

Clayton V WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in the Village of Clayton, Jefferson County, New York. The plant serves a population of approximately 1,821 residents, classifying it as a small agglomeration under U.S. regulatory frameworks. As a U.S. facility, Clayton V WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the St. Lawrence River watershed, ultimately reaching the Gulf of St. Lawrence and the Atlantic Ocean. The St. Lawrence River is a major ecological corridor supporting diverse aquatic life, including fish species such as lake sturgeon and walleye, and provides critical habitat for migratory birds.

Environmental context

Clayton V WWTP discharges into the St. Lawrence River, which flows northeast through the Thousand Islands region into the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The river supports a rich ecosystem, including wetlands and fish spawning grounds, and is an important migratory route for waterfowl. The plant's location within 50 km of the coast means its effluent contributes to the overall nutrient load entering the Gulf, which can affect marine productivity and algal dynamics.

Frequently asked questions

Clayton V WWTP is located at 100 Gardner Street in the Village of Clayton, Jefferson County, New York, United States.

The plant serves approximately 1,821 residents, classifying it as a small municipal wastewater treatment facility.

The plant discharges treated wastewater into the St. Lawrence River watershed, which flows into the Gulf of St. Lawrence and the Atlantic Ocean.

As a U.S. facility, Clayton V WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated by an NPDES permit issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, which sets effluent limits to protect water quality.

For small communities in New York, secondary treatment is typically required under the Clean Water Act, which involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.