Wastewater Treatment Facility

Wellington operates a secondary wastewater treatment facility with a design capacity of 4.75 million gallons per day. Plans are finalized to expand to a 6.5 Million gallon per day facility by mid 2010. The process begins in the Headworks facility – all wastewater passes through where large solids are. Raw wastewater then travels into our Aeration System where mixers provide oxygen to the microorganisms allowing them to biologically treat the water.

After mixing, the solids are allowed to settle out in Secondary Clarification units. A portion of the solids are sent to our Dewatering Facility and the rest is sent back to the Aeration System for further treatment. About 10% of the clear water leaving the Secondary Clarification units is Reclaimed and used for irrigation of Village parks. The rest of the water is disposed of using Deepwell Injection technology (water is pumped to a depth of approximately 2,800ft. into a cavernous area known as the boulder zone. The Dewatering Facility processes the solids portion (residuals) then lime is added to stabilize the solids allowing the product to be land applied as a fertilizer.

Schedule a Tour (Field Trips)

Tour groups are welcome with an appointment. Guests will be shown how the Wastewater process works. Please contact Bryan Gayoso at 791-4039 to schedule an appointment.

Reuse Water Information

The Village operates a 1.0 Million gallon per day Reclaim Water Facility which provides irrigation quality water to Village Park fields. Soon we will provide water to Tiger Shark Park, Boys and Girls Club and Olympia Park.

Wetland Park (Operation)

This concept was originated by Utilities staff, as a way of alternative water use to replenish ground water. The Sanctuary consists of utility property converted and configured to encourage public access and allow them to view wildlife. The vision was to continue to use the site as a back to our effluent disposal deepwell injection system. Modifications were made to allow public access and provide a more suitable environment for wildlife. The Sanctuary consists of 1,500 feet of boardwalk and one mile of walking paths.

All plants, trees and shrubs were selected and planted for this project. Thousands of gallons per day of treated secondary effluent water from the adjacent treatment plant flow through the wetland. Wetland plants act like a natural filter removing and utilizing the beneficial nitrogen available in the water. Water levels are managed by the Utilities department and all educational and recreational activities are managed by the Parks and Recreation Department. Activities include bird watching, nature photography, walking trails and educational opportunities. The Peaceful Waters Sanctuary is located adjacent to the Village Park and can be accessed through the back of the Park. Gates open at 7am and close at dusk daily.