Overview
Lincoln WWTF serves approximately 2,953 residents in Lincoln, New Hampshire. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, contributing to the Pemigewasset River basin.
Lincoln WWTF is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Lincoln, New Hampshire, serving a population of about 2,953. The plant is situated in the White Mountains region, a popular tourist destination, and plays a key role in managing wastewater from both residential and seasonal visitors. As a small agglomeration under the US Clean Water Act, the plant is expected to meet secondary treatment standards through its National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit, administered by the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services. The facility's treatment process and capacity are designed to handle the local population's wastewater, with operational oversight ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into a receiving water body that flows into the Pemigewasset River, a major tributary of the Merrimack River. The Merrimack River ultimately drains into the Gulf of Maine, supporting diverse aquatic life and recreational activities. The plant's operations help protect water quality in this ecologically sensitive region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a local waterway that feeds the Pemigewasset River, which flows south to join the Merrimack River. The Merrimack River empties into the Gulf of Maine, a productive marine ecosystem. The watershed supports cold-water fisheries, including brook trout, and provides habitat for migratory birds. Protecting water quality is essential for maintaining the ecological health of this river system.
Frequently asked questions
Lincoln WWTF is located on Recycle Road in Lincoln, Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States.
Lincoln WWTF serves approximately 2,953 residents, including seasonal populations due to the area's tourism.
The plant discharges treated effluent into a local water body that flows into the Pemigewasset River, part of the Merrimack River basin.
Lincoln WWTF operates under the US Clean Water Act, requiring an NPDES permit issued by the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, with secondary treatment standards.
Plants of this scale typically employ secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge or trickling filters, meeting EPA standards for BOD and TSS removal.
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