Metal Township MA Fannettsburg Wastewater Treatment Plant, Pennsylvania

Metal Township MA Fannettsburg is a wastewater treatment facility located in Metal Township, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States. The plant serves a small population of 429 residents, reflecting its role in a rural community. It operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, which requires National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for all point source discharges. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, ensuring a high level of pollutant removal before discharge. Its designed capacity and actual discharge volume are both 151.42 units, indicating consistent operation at full capacity. The facility is situated inland, far from coastal areas, reducing direct marine impact. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Susquehanna River basin and then to the Chesapeake Bay. The plant plays a key role in protecting the water quality of these downstream ecosystems, which support diverse aquatic life and are important for regional biodiversity.

The plant discharges into local streams that flow into the Susquehanna River, which empties into the Chesapeake Bay. The Chesapeake Bay is a large estuary that supports diverse aquatic life, including fish, crabs, and migratory birds. The plant's advanced treatment helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads, contributing to the health of this ecologically sensitive watershed.