Tag: Combined Sewer Overflow

Nov 15

Combined Sewer Overflow: A Growing Urban Water Management Challenge

Combined sewer systems collect rainwater, sewage, and industrial wastewater in one pipe. These systems work well in dry weather, but problems arise during heavy rain or snowmelt. When too much water enters the system, it can overflow into nearby water bodies. This overflow, known as Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO), can harm the environment and pose health […]

Jun 17

Bergen County Utilities Authority Little Ferry Water Pollution Control Facility – Combined Sewer Overflow/Sewage Treatment Plant

Bergen County Utilities Authority Little Ferry Water Pollution Control Facility: A Pillar of Environmental Stewardship Introduction In northern New Jersey’s bustling Bergen County lies an industrial yet crucially green establishment – the Bergen County Utilities Authority (BCUA) Little Ferry Water Pollution Control Facility (WPCF). Known for its robust role in wastewater management and its proactive […]