1. Introduction Water softening is a critical unit process in both municipal water treatment and industrial process water preparation. It addresses the presence of dissolved calcium, magnesium, and other polyvalent cations that constitute “hardness.” For municipal consulting engineers and utility decision-makers, the selection of water softening systems is rarely a simple procurement exercise; it is […]
FACILITY BASIC INFORMATION Plant Name: Springfield Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility (SRWWTF) Location: Bondi’s Island, Agawam, Hampden County, Massachusetts Operating Authority: Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (SWSC) Design Capacity: 67 MGD (Average Daily Flow) Peak Hydraulic Capacity: 350 MGD Population Served: Approx. 250,000 regional residents Service Area: Springfield, Agawam, East Longmeadow, Longmeadow, Ludlow, West Springfield, and […]
Complete Guide to Reverse Osmosis Filtration Systems Are you curious about how a reverse osmosis filtration system can transform your water quality? In this complete guide, weβll explore the ins and outs of reverse osmosis technology, including its benefits, applications in both municipal and wastewater treatment, and essential components of these advanced water purification systems. […]
FACILITY BASIC INFORMATION Plant Name: Springfield Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility (SRWTF)Location: Bondi’s Island, Agawam, MA (Mailing: Springfield, MA)Operating Authority: Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (SWSC)Design Capacity: 67 MGD (Secondary Treatment)Peak Hydraulic Capacity: ~300+ MGD (Primary/Wet Weather)Current Average Flow: ~40 MGDPopulation Served: ~250,000 residentsService Area: Springfield, Agawam, West Springfield, Longmeadow, East Longmeadow, Ludlow, WilbrahamReceiving Water Body: […]
FACILITY BASIC INFORMATION Plant Name: Greater Lawrence Sanitary District Wastewater Treatment FacilityLocation: North Andover, Essex County, MassachusettsOperating Authority: Greater Lawrence Sanitary District (GLSD)Design Capacity: 52.0 MGD (Average Daily Flow)Current Average Flow: ~28-32 MGDPeak Hydraulic Capacity: 135 MGDPopulation Served: ~214,000 residentsService Area: Lawrence, Methuen, Andover, North Andover, Dracut (partial), and Salem, NH (partial)Receiving Water Body: Merrimack […]
FACILITY BASIC INFORMATION Plant Name: Upper Blackstone Clean Water (formerly Upper Blackstone Water Pollution Abatement District) Location: Millbury, Worcester County, Massachusetts Operating Authority: Upper Blackstone Clean Water (UBCW) Design Capacity: 45 MGD (Average Daily), 160 MGD (Peak Hourly) Current Average Flow: ~26-28 MGD Population Served: ~250,000 residents Service Area: Worcester, Auburn, Holden, Millbury, Rutland, West […]
Authoritative technical resource for the North Columbus treatment infrastructure and North Highlands CSO integration. FACILITY BASIC INFORMATION Plant Name: North Columbus Water Resources Facility (NCWRF) Location: Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia Operating Authority: Columbus Water Works (CWW) Permitted Capacity: 29.5 MGD Current Average Flow: ~12-14 MGD Population Served: ~206,000 (System-wide estimate) Service Area: Northern Columbus and […]
Location: Austell, Cobb County, Georgia | Operating Authority: Cobb County Water System (CCWS) Facility Basic Information Plant Name: South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) Location: 4400 connecticut Place, Austell, GA 30106 Operating Authority: Cobb County Water System (CCWS) Design Capacity: 44 MGD (Million Gallons per Day) Current Average Flow: ~30-34 MGD Service Area: South Cobb […]
FACILITY BASIC INFORMATION Plant Name: F. Wayne Hill Water Resources Center (FWHWRC) Location: Buford, Gwinnett County, Georgia Operating Authority: Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources (GCDWR) Design Capacity: 60 MGD (Million Gallons per Day) Current Average Flow: ~38-42 MGD Population Served: Approx. 500,000+ residents Service Area: Central and North Gwinnett County Receiving Water Body: Lake […]
Ultraviolet Disinfection: Safe and Effective Water Treatment Method In an age where clean water is paramount for public health, ultraviolet disinfection water treatment has emerged as a game-changer in ensuring safe drinking water. This innovative method harnesses the power of UV light to effectively eliminate pathogens without the use of harsh chemicals, making it both […]