Overview
Warwick V Sewers and WWTP serves the Village of Warwick, New York. The plant treats wastewater for a population of 5,412 and discharges into the local watershed.
Warwick V Sewers and WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in the Village of Warwick, Orange County, New York. The plant serves a population of approximately 5,412 residents, providing essential sanitation services to this small community in the Hudson Valley region. As a US-based facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting requirements. For a plant of this size, secondary treatment is typically mandated, with possible additional nutrient removal depending on the sensitivity of the receiving water body. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into a local waterway that ultimately drains into the Wallkill River, a tributary of the Hudson River. The Hudson River estuary supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for fish species such as striped bass and American shad.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a tributary of the Wallkill River, which flows into the Hudson River estuary. The Hudson River is a major tidal estuary that supports a variety of fish, birds, and other wildlife. The watershed is ecologically sensitive, with efforts focused on reducing nutrient loads to prevent algal blooms and maintain water quality for recreation and habitat.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 161 West Street in the Village of Warwick, Orange County, New York, United States.
The plant serves approximately 5,412 residents in the Village of Warwick and surrounding areas.
The treated effluent is discharged into a local waterway that flows into the Wallkill River, a tributary of the Hudson River.
As a US facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program, which sets discharge limits to protect water quality.
For small to medium-sized communities, secondary treatment is standard, often involving biological processes like activated sludge or trickling filters. Some plants may also include disinfection and nutrient removal depending on local requirements.
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