Overview
New York C North River WPCP serves over 849,000 people in Manhattan, New York City. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Hudson River estuary, a critical urban waterway.
New York C North River WPCP is a major wastewater treatment facility located in Manhattan, New York City, serving a population of approximately 849,776. It is one of the largest plants in the city, situated along the Hudson River at West 135th Street. As a large agglomeration under the US Clean Water Act, the plant is expected to provide at least secondary treatment through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program. The designed capacity is 1.00 million gallons per day, reflecting its role in managing a significant portion of Manhattan's wastewater. The plant discharges treated effluent into the Hudson River, which flows south to New York Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. This estuarine environment supports diverse aquatic life and is a key migratory corridor for fish species, making treatment quality essential for ecosystem health.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Hudson River, a major tidal estuary that flows into New York Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. The river supports a variety of fish, including striped bass and Atlantic sturgeon, and serves as a critical habitat in a densely urbanized watershed. Effective treatment is vital to protect water quality and aquatic ecosystems downstream.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 725 West 135th Street in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States.
The plant serves approximately 849,776 people in the Manhattan area of New York City.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Hudson River, which flows through New York Harbor to the Atlantic Ocean.
The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, with discharge regulated by an NPDES permit issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
Under the Clean Water Act, large municipal plants like this are required to provide at least secondary treatment, which removes about 85% of organic matter and suspended solids.
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