Overview
New Baltimore W W T P serves 7,405 residents in Michigan. The plant operates under US EPA NPDES regulations, ensuring treated wastewater meets Clean Water Act standards before discharge.
New Baltimore W W T P is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in New Baltimore, Macomb County, Michigan, United States. The plant serves a population of approximately 7,405 people, reflecting a small to medium-sized agglomeration typical of suburban communities in the Great Lakes region. As a US-based facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is the standard requirement, with additional nutrient removal expected in sensitive watersheds. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the Lake St. Clair basin, which connects to the Detroit River and ultimately Lake Erie. This water body chain supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for millions. The plant plays a key role in protecting water quality in this ecologically significant Great Lakes ecosystem.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Lake St. Clair watershed, which flows through the Detroit River into Lake Erie, part of the Great Lakes system. This region supports diverse fish populations, including walleye and perch, and is a critical migratory corridor for waterfowl. Protecting water quality here is essential for maintaining the ecological health of the Great Lakes and the recreational and economic activities they support.
Frequently asked questions
New Baltimore W W T P is located at 35355 Cricklewood Boulevard, New Baltimore, Macomb County, Michigan, United States.
The plant serves a population of approximately 7,405 residents in the New Baltimore area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Lake St. Clair watershed, which flows into the Detroit River and ultimately Lake Erie.
As a US facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated via an NPDES permit issued by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE).
Plants of this scale typically employ secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids. Additional nutrient removal may be required in sensitive watersheds.
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