North Bergen MUA Woodcliff STP - Wastewater Treatment Plant in North Bergen, New Jersey

The North Bergen MUA Woodcliff STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in North Bergen, New Jersey, serving a population of approximately 30,500. Situated along the Hudson River in Hudson County, the plant is part of the region's critical water infrastructure. As a medium-sized agglomeration, the plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires secondary treatment as a minimum standard for municipal wastewater. The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, issued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, govern discharge limits and monitoring requirements to protect water quality. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the Hudson River, a major tidal estuary that flows south to New York Harbor and ultimately the Atlantic Ocean. The Hudson River supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for fish species such as striped bass and American shad. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this ecologically significant urban waterway.

The plant discharges into the Hudson River, which flows through New York Harbor into the Atlantic Ocean. The Hudson River estuary is a critical habitat for fish, birds, and other wildlife, supporting commercial and recreational fisheries. The river's water quality is influenced by urban runoff and industrial discharges, making effective wastewater treatment essential for protecting downstream ecosystems and public health.