Wayne Township CS_Septics_STP - Municipal Wastewater Treatment in Wayne, New Jersey

Wayne Township CS_Septics_STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Wayne, Passaic County, New Jersey. It serves a population of about 54,594, placing it in the medium-agglomeration category under US regulatory standards. The plant is situated in a suburban area near the Passaic River basin. As a US facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. For a population of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, with possible additional nutrient removal depending on the receiving water body's sensitivity. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into the Passaic River watershed, which flows into Newark Bay and ultimately the Atlantic Ocean. The Passaic River supports diverse aquatic life and is an important ecological corridor in northern New Jersey. Proper treatment helps protect downstream water quality and recreational uses.

The plant discharges into the Passaic River watershed, which flows through northern New Jersey before entering Newark Bay, a tidal estuary connected to the Atlantic Ocean. The Passaic River supports a variety of fish species and provides habitat for migratory birds. Downstream waters are ecologically sensitive due to urban runoff and historical pollution, making effective wastewater treatment critical for maintaining water quality and aquatic health.