Ocean Township Monmouth SA CS_Septics_STP - New Jersey Wastewater Treatment Plant

Ocean Township Monmouth SA CS_Septics_STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Ocean Township, Monmouth County, New Jersey. It serves a population of around 33,795 residents, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under U.S. standards. The plant is situated near the Atlantic coast, within 50 km of the shoreline. As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act, administered by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program. For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, with potential additional nutrient removal to protect sensitive coastal waters. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into local waterways that drain to the Atlantic Ocean, contributing to the health of the coastal ecosystem. The region's watershed supports diverse aquatic life and recreational uses, making effective wastewater treatment critical for water quality and environmental protection.

The plant is located in the coastal watershed of Monmouth County, New Jersey, with drainage ultimately reaching the Atlantic Ocean. The receiving water bodies include local streams and rivers that flow into the Sandy Hook Bay or the Atlantic Ocean via the Navesink or Shrewsbury rivers. This coastal environment supports important fish habitats, shellfish beds, and migratory bird routes, requiring careful management of nutrient and pathogen loads to prevent eutrophication and maintain water quality standards.