Overview
New York C Port Richmond WPCP serves Staten Island, New York, treating wastewater for approximately 244,628 residents. The plant discharges into the New York Harbor, part of the Hudson River estuary.
New York C Port Richmond WPCP is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Staten Island, New York City. It serves a population of approximately 244,628 people, making it a large agglomeration under the US Clean Water Act framework. The plant is part of New York City's extensive wastewater infrastructure, which manages combined sewer overflows and treats sewage for the densely populated urban area. As a large facility, the plant is expected to provide at least secondary treatment under the Clean Water Act's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program. The designed capacity is 1. The plant's treatment processes are designed to meet effluent limits that protect the receiving waters. The plant discharges treated effluent into the New York Harbor, which is part of the Hudson River estuary. This estuary is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as a critical habitat for fish and migratory birds. The harbor ultimately connects to the Atlantic Ocean, making the plant's discharge important for both local and regional water quality.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the New York Harbor, a tidal estuary within the Hudson River watershed. This estuary supports diverse aquatic species and is a key migratory corridor for fish and birds. The harbor connects to the Atlantic Ocean, so the plant's effluent quality directly affects coastal marine ecosystems. The area is ecologically sensitive due to urban runoff and historical pollution, requiring stringent treatment standards.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 1800 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, New York City, New York, United States.
The plant serves approximately 244,628 residents in the Port Richmond area of Staten Island.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the New York Harbor, which is part of the Hudson River estuary and ultimately flows into the Atlantic Ocean.
The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
Plants of this scale typically provide secondary treatment as a minimum, with some employing advanced treatment to meet nutrient removal requirements, especially when discharging to sensitive water bodies like estuaries.
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