Overview
SUMAS COLLECTION is a projected wastewater treatment plant in Sumas, Washington, serving 2,150 people. It will manage municipal wastewater under U.S. EPA and Washington state regulations.
SUMAS COLLECTION is a planned wastewater treatment facility located in Sumas, Washington, within Whatcom County. Designed to serve a population of 2,150, the plant will address the community's wastewater needs as part of the region's infrastructure development. As a projected facility, SUMAS COLLECTION will be subject to the U.S. Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting, administered by the Washington State Department of Ecology. For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, with potential nutrient removal standards depending on the receiving water body's sensitivity. The plant's discharge will likely flow into the Nooksack River basin, which drains to Bellingham Bay and the Salish Sea. This watershed supports salmon runs and diverse aquatic life, making proper treatment essential for downstream ecological health.
Environmental context
SUMAS COLLECTION is situated in the Nooksack River watershed, which flows into Bellingham Bay and ultimately the Salish Sea. This region supports critical salmon habitats and migratory bird populations. Proper wastewater treatment is vital to protect water quality and aquatic ecosystems in this sensitive coastal basin.
Frequently asked questions
SUMAS COLLECTION is located at 944 Lawson Street in Sumas, Whatcom County, Washington, United States.
The plant is designed to serve a population of 2,150 people in the Sumas area.
As a projected facility, the discharge method is not yet finalized, but it will likely discharge into the Nooksack River basin, which flows to Bellingham Bay and the Salish Sea.
The plant will operate under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits issued by the Washington State Department of Ecology, requiring secondary treatment and possibly nutrient limits.
For small communities, typical treatment includes secondary treatment (e.g., activated sludge or lagoon systems) with disinfection, often with NPDES permits tailored to local water quality standards.
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