Overview
Cornwall T Joint T_V STP serves the Town of Cornwall, New York, treating wastewater for approximately 6,258 residents. The plant operates under U.S. Clean Water Act regulations.
Cornwall T Joint T_V STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in the Town of Cornwall, Orange County, New York. Serving a population of about 6,258, the plant is part of the region's infrastructure for managing domestic wastewater. As a small to medium-sized facility, it is subject to the U.S. Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting requirements. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that drain into the Hudson River, a major estuary flowing south to New York Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. The Hudson River supports diverse aquatic life and is an important ecological and recreational resource for the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into tributaries of the Hudson River, which flows through eastern New York to the Atlantic Ocean. The Hudson River estuary supports a variety of fish species and migratory birds, and its watershed includes sensitive habitats. Protecting water quality in this system is critical for both ecological health and downstream communities.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 190 Main Street, Town of Cornwall, Orange County, New York, United States.
The plant serves approximately 6,258 residents in the Town of Cornwall area.
Treated wastewater is discharged into local waterways that flow into the Hudson River, which eventually reaches the Atlantic Ocean.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
For small to medium-sized communities, typical treatment includes primary and secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge or trickling filters, followed by disinfection, to meet EPA secondary treatment standards.
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