Overview
Farmington WWTF serves approximately 2,730 residents in Farmington, New Hampshire. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires secondary treatment for municipal wastewater.
Farmington WWTF is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Farmington, New Hampshire, serving a population of about 2,730. The plant is situated in Strafford County and is part of the town's infrastructure for managing domestic wastewater. As a small-scale facility, Farmington WWTF is subject to the U.S. Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting requirements. For communities of this size, secondary treatment is typically mandated to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Great Bay estuary and the Gulf of Maine. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is an important ecological corridor in the region.
Environmental context
Farmington WWTF discharges into the Cocheco River watershed, which flows into the Great Bay estuary and eventually the Gulf of Maine. The Great Bay is a productive estuarine system that supports eelgrass beds, oyster reefs, and migratory fish species. Nutrient management is critical in this watershed to prevent eutrophication and protect downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
Farmington WWTF is located in Farmington, Strafford County, New Hampshire, United States. The facility serves the town's municipal wastewater needs.
Farmington WWTF serves approximately 2,730 residents, classifying it as a small-scale municipal wastewater treatment facility.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Cocheco River watershed, which flows into the Great Bay estuary and ultimately the Gulf of Maine.
Farmington WWTF operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the state of New Hampshire.
For small communities of this size, secondary treatment is standard under the Clean Water Act, which typically includes biological treatment to reduce biochemical oxygen demand and suspended solids.
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