WHITINGHAM VIL WPCF - Secondary Wastewater Treatment in Jacksonville, Vermont

WHITINGHAM VIL WPCF is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Jacksonville, Vermont, within the town of Whitingham. The plant serves a small population of 163 residents and is part of the state's wastewater infrastructure for rural communities. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by the US Clean Water Act for municipal discharges. Its designed capacity is 37.85 thousand cubic meters per year, matching the reported discharge volume, indicating consistent operation at capacity. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that drain into the Deerfield River, a tributary of the Connecticut River, which ultimately flows into Long Island Sound. The plant plays a role in protecting water quality in this ecologically important watershed.

The plant discharges into the Deerfield River watershed, which flows into the Connecticut River and then to Long Island Sound. This region supports diverse aquatic life, including migratory fish species. The secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads, protecting downstream ecosystems and recreational uses.