Overview
Musconetcong SA CS_STP serves approximately 19,557 people in Byram Township, New Jersey. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires secondary treatment for municipal wastewater.
Musconetcong SA CS_STP is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Byram Township, Sussex County, New Jersey. It serves a population of about 19,557 residents in the Lockwood area, part of the Musconetcong River watershed. The plant is situated in a rural-suburban setting within the Highlands region of New Jersey. As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program, administered by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. For a population of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent limits for biochemical oxygen demand and total suspended solids. It is sized to handle the needs of the community. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged to the Musconetcong River, a tributary of the Delaware River. The Musconetcong River supports diverse aquatic life and is a popular destination for fishing and recreation. The Delaware River ultimately flows into Delaware Bay, an ecologically important estuary. The plant plays a key role in protecting water quality in this sensitive watershed.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Musconetcong River, which flows into the Delaware River and then into Delaware Bay. The Musconetcong River is a high-quality coldwater fishery supporting trout and other sensitive species. The Delaware Bay is a critical habitat for migratory birds and horseshoe crabs. Protecting water quality in this watershed is essential for maintaining ecological health and recreational uses.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Chestnut Street in Lockwood, Byram Township, Sussex County, New Jersey, United States.
The plant serves approximately 19,557 residents in the Byram Township area.
The treated effluent is discharged to the Musconetcong River, which flows into the Delaware River and eventually into Delaware Bay.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act via an NPDES permit issued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
For a population of this size, secondary treatment is typically required, which includes biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids.
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