Florida V Sewers and STP - Wastewater Treatment in Warwick, New York

Florida V Sewers and STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in the Village of Florida, within the Town of Warwick, Orange County, New York. The plant serves a population of approximately 2,200 residents, providing essential wastewater treatment for this small community in the Hudson Valley region. As a US-based facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting requirements. For small agglomerations of this scale, secondary treatment is typically mandated to meet water quality standards before discharge. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that drain into the Wallkill River watershed, which ultimately flows into the Hudson River estuary. This region supports diverse aquatic life and provides critical habitat for migratory fish species.

The plant discharges into the Wallkill River watershed, a tributary of the Hudson River estuary. The Hudson River is a major ecological corridor supporting diverse fish populations, including striped bass and American shad, and provides important migratory pathways. The watershed is sensitive to nutrient loading, making effective wastewater treatment crucial for maintaining water quality.