Overview
New Paltz V STP serves the Village of New Paltz, New York, treating wastewater for approximately 5,684 residents. The plant discharges into the Wallkill River watershed, which flows to the Hudson River estuary.
New Paltz V STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in the Village of New Paltz, Ulster County, New York. It serves a population of about 5,684 people, making it a small-to-medium agglomeration under US regulatory frameworks. The plant is situated near the Wallkill River, a tributary of the Hudson River. As a US facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting, typically administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. The plant's treated effluent discharges into the Wallkill River, which flows northward to the Hudson River near Kingston. The Hudson River estuary is a critical ecological corridor supporting diverse aquatic life, including migratory fish such as striped bass and American shad. The plant's operations contribute to protecting water quality in this important watershed.
Environmental context
The Wallkill River, receiving water for the plant's discharge, flows approximately 90 miles north to the Hudson River at Kingston. The Hudson River estuary is a tidal system that supports diverse habitats, including wetlands and submerged aquatic vegetation. This area is vital for migratory birds and fish species, and maintaining water quality is essential for ecological health and recreational use.
Frequently asked questions
New Paltz V STP is located in the Village of New Paltz, Ulster County, New York, United States. The facility is situated near the Wallkill River.
The plant serves approximately 5,684 residents in the Village of New Paltz and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Wallkill River, which flows northward to the Hudson River near Kingston.
As a US facility, New Paltz V STP operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, typically issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
For small-to-medium agglomerations in the US, secondary treatment is the standard requirement under the Clean Water Act. This typically involves biological treatment processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids.
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