Overview
New Windsor T SD1 25 and STP serves about 24,794 people in the Town of New Windsor, New York. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, ensuring treated wastewater meets federal standards before discharge.
New Windsor T SD1 25 and STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located at 119 Caesars Lane in the Town of New Windsor, Orange County, New York. The plant serves a population of approximately 24,794 residents, placing it in the medium-agglomeration category under US regulatory frameworks. As a US facility, the plant operates under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program, which is part of the Clean Water Act. This program requires treatment plants to meet specific effluent limits to protect water quality. For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is typically mandated, and the permit conditions are enforced by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. The plant discharges treated wastewater into a local water body that ultimately drains into the Hudson River watershed. The Hudson River is a major estuary that flows into the Atlantic Ocean, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as a critical migratory corridor for fish species. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this ecologically significant system.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a tributary of the Hudson River, which flows southward through New York State and empties into the Atlantic Ocean near New York City. The Hudson River estuary is a vital habitat for striped bass, American shad, and other migratory fish. The plant's treated effluent must meet strict nutrient and pollutant limits to prevent eutrophication and protect downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 119 Caesars Lane in the Town of New Windsor, Orange County, New York, United States.
The plant serves approximately 24,794 residents, classifying it as a medium-sized municipal wastewater treatment facility.
The plant discharges treated effluent into a local water body that flows into the Hudson River watershed, ultimately reaching the Atlantic Ocean.
The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, with an NPDES permit issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, which sets effluent limits to protect water quality.
Under the Clean Water Act, plants of this scale are typically required to provide secondary treatment, which removes at least 85% of organic matter and suspended solids.
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