Tifton New River WPCP - Tift County, Georgia Wastewater Treatment Plant

Tifton New River WPCP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Tift County, Georgia, United States. It serves a population of about 18,947 residents, placing it in the medium-agglomeration category. The plant is situated inland, more than 50 kilometers from the coast, and its operations are governed by the US Clean Water Act. As a US facility serving a population of this scale, the plant is expected to meet secondary treatment standards under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program. The state of Georgia, through the Georgia Environmental Protection Division, typically issues permits that set effluent limits for biochemical oxygen demand, total suspended solids, and other parameters to protect water quality. The plant discharges into the New River, which flows through the Suwannee River Basin and eventually reaches the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional water resources. The plant's treatment processes help maintain the ecological health of the receiving waters and downstream environments.

Tifton New River WPCP discharges into the New River, a tributary of the Suwannee River Basin. The Suwannee River flows through Georgia and Florida before emptying into the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports a variety of aquatic species and provides habitat for migratory birds. The plant's effluent management is critical to preserving water quality in this ecologically sensitive river system.