Water Reclamation Plant

Water Reclamation

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Solar Project

The Water Reclamation Facility is a proud participant in the City of Lafayette's solar project.

Grease Control

Information regarding variances, interceptor sizing criteria, inspections, pumping schedules, biological treatment, as well as a Grease and Oil BMP reference sheet.

The City of Lafayette Water Reclamation Plant

The City of Lafayette Water Reclamation Plant is located at 750 E. County Line Road in the northeastern corner of the City. The Water Reclamation Plant operates under a permit issued by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE). The Water Reclamation plant is designed to provide secondary treatment to as much as 4.4 million gallons per day (MGD) of domestic sewage. Curent flows are in the 2 MGD range.

Reclamation and Reuse

Coal Creek originates in the foothills near Wonderview, reaches the plains west of Rocky Flats, then joins Boulder Creek northeast of Erie. The part of Coal Creek which flows near Lafayette is a warm-water stream having a rather high degree of natural flow variability. This means that, during those times of the year when the stream's natural flows are low, Coal Creek is significantly augmented by the discharges of four wastewater plants: the towns of Superior and Erie and the cities of Louisville and Lafayette.

Stormwater Compliance

Urban stormwater runoff is a major contributor to source water pollution. Lafayette’s stormwater program meets state and federal requirements by addressing several key areas:

• Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination
• Municipal Best Management Practices
• Public Education
• Construction Site Runoff Control

Some Substances Can't Be Treated

Everything that goes down the drain makes its way to the water reclamation plant. But certain materials can harm the plant or clog sewer pipes, or are dangerous to employees. Some materials will pass right through the plant and pollute the river. For this reason, residents and businesses can help to protect the environment by using care in what they put down the drain. If you have any questions about how to dispose of questionable materials, please call the plant at (303) 665-6034.

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