Milford Dept of Public Works Wastewater Treatment Plant, Hopedale, Massachusetts

The Milford Dept of Public Works wastewater treatment plant is located in Hopedale, Massachusetts, United States. It serves a population of approximately 17,914 residents in the Hopedale area, operating as a municipal facility under the oversight of the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection. As a medium-sized agglomeration, the plant is subject to the U.S. Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting requirements. The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Blackstone River and then into Narragansett Bay. The Blackstone River is a historically significant waterway that supports diverse aquatic life and provides recreational opportunities in the region.

The plant's treated effluent flows into the Blackstone River watershed, which drains into Narragansett Bay. The Blackstone River is a key waterway in southern New England, supporting fish populations and migratory birds. The river's health is critical for downstream ecosystems, including estuarine habitats in Narragansett Bay.