Tag: Renewable energy
Facility Basic Information Operating Authority Philadelphia Water Department Location Philadelphia, PA Design Capacity 194 MGD Peak Hydraulic Capacity 300+ MGD Population Served ~1.2 Million (Regional) Receiving Water Delaware River (Estuary Zone 4) NPDES Permit PA0026671 Year Commissioned 1954 (Major Expansion 1980) 1. Introduction The Southwest Water Pollution Control Plant (SWWP) is a critical component of […]
FACILITY BASIC INFORMATION Plant Name: Newtown Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant (NCWWTP) Location: 329 Greenpoint Avenue, Brooklyn, Kings County, New York Operating Authority: New York City Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP) Design Capacity: 310 MGD (Dry Weather) Peak Hydraulic Capacity: 700+ MGD (Wet Weather) Current Average Flow: ~227 MGD Population Served: ~1.3 million residents Service […]
FACILITY BASIC INFORMATION Plant Name: Hartford Water Pollution Control Facility (HWPCF) Location: 240 Brainard Road, Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut Operating Authority: The Metropolitan District Commission (MDC) Design Capacity: 82 MGD (Average Daily Flow) Peak Hydraulic Capacity: 200+ MGD (Wet Weather) Population Served: ~400,000 residents Service Area: Hartford, West Hartford, East Hartford, Newington, Wethersfield, Rocky Hill, […]
FACILITY BASIC INFORMATION Plant Name: Main Wastewater Treatment Plant (MWWTP) Location: 2020 Wake Avenue, Oakland, Alameda County, California Operating Authority: East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) Design Capacity (Secondary): 168 MGD (Max Dry Weather) Peak Wet Weather Capacity: 320 MGD (Primary + Secondary Blend) Current Average Flow: ~50-60 MGD (Dry Weather) Population Served: ~740,000 residents […]
FACILITY BASIC INFORMATION Plant Name: South Treatment Plant (South Plant) Location: Renton, King County, Washington Operating Authority: King County Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) Design Capacity (AWWF): 115 MGD (Average Wet Weather Flow) Peak Hydraulic Capacity: 325 MGD Current Average Flow: ~90 MGD (Combined Annual Average) Population Served: Approx. 800,000 residents Service Area: South and East […]
Introduction The Southerly Wastewater Treatment Center (Southerly) stands as the largest of the three wastewater treatment facilities operated by the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District (NEORSD). Located in the Village of Cuyahoga Heights, this critical infrastructure asset provides advanced wastewater treatment for a service area covering more than 600,000 residents across the Greater Cleveland area. […]
Energy Recovery from Wastewater: The Power of Resource Conservation Introduction Picture this: a world where our waste isn’t just waste. Instead, it becomes a powerful source of energy. Sounds like science fiction, right? But with the advancements in wastewater energy recovery, this is becoming a reality! Municipalities, engineers, and water treatment professionals are now turning […]
Sustainable Solutions: Central Contra Costa Sanitary District’s Modern Approach Central Contra Costa Sanitary District (CCCSD) has been at the forefront of innovation in wastewater management, implementing sustainable solutions that not only comply with environmental standards but also promote public health and safety. This blog post explores CCCSD’s modern approach, examining their state-of-the-art wastewater treatment plant, […]
Seattle’s West Point Treatment Plant: Engineering Marvels and Environmental Impact Introduction Seattle’s West Point Treatment Plant stands as a beacon of engineering prowess and environmental stewardship in the bustling heart of King County. Nestled at the entry point to the scenic Puget Sound, this facility is more than just a cornerstone of municipal wastewater management […]
Designing an Efficient Effluent Treatment Plant: Best Practices Guide Introduction Welcome to the intricate world of effluent treatment plants, where science meets sustainability and where even a smidgen of humor can be found in the otherwise complex process of wastewater management. As municipalities, engineers, and operators grapple with the evolving challenges of wastewater treatment plant […]