Overview
Mattabassett WPCF in Cromwell, Connecticut serves approximately 95,547 people. The plant operates under the U. S. Clean Water Act and discharges treated wastewater into the Mattabesset River, a tributary of the Connecticut River.
The Mattabassett Water Pollution Control Facility (WPCF) is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Cromwell, Connecticut, serving a population of about 95,547. It is situated in the Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region and plays a key role in managing wastewater for the surrounding communities. As a medium-to-large agglomeration, the plant is subject to the U. S. Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting. Plants of this scale typically employ secondary or advanced treatment to meet effluent limits. The designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in million gallons per day), indicating significant infrastructure. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the Mattabesset River, which flows into the Connecticut River and ultimately Long Island Sound. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for fish. The plant's operations are critical for protecting water quality in this ecologically sensitive region.
Environmental context
The Mattabassett WPCF discharges into the Mattabesset River, a tributary of the Connecticut River, which flows into Long Island Sound. The Connecticut River estuary is a vital habitat for migratory fish such as Atlantic salmon and American shad, and supports a rich diversity of aquatic species. The plant's effluent management is essential for maintaining water quality in this ecologically important watershed.
Frequently asked questions
The Mattabassett WPCF is located at 245 Main Street, Cromwell, Connecticut, in the Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region.
The plant serves approximately 95,547 people, making it a medium-to-large agglomeration under U. S. regulatory standards.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Mattabesset River, which flows into the Connecticut River and then into Long Island Sound.
The plant operates under the U. S. Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection.
Plants of this scale in Connecticut typically employ secondary or advanced treatment to meet stringent effluent limits, especially given the sensitivity of the Long Island Sound watershed.
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