Revitalizing a Waterfront Long Island Community with Pressure Sewer
Village of Patchogue, NY
Challenge:
Known as the “Queen City of Long Island’s South Shore,” the Village of Patchogue, NY is renowned for its vibrant waterfront festivals and a lively downtown scene, including breweries & restaurants. However, it wasn't always this way. Historically, ongoing beach closures occurred due to failing septic systems that caused wastewater to leach into Patchogue Bay. Subsequently, this killed off local wildlife populations and the clamming industry. This environmental issue severely impacted both the quality of life for residents and the local economy. Given Patchogue’s unique geographical features—sandy soil, a high-water table, and a landscape interlaced with creeks and streams—a traditional gravity sewer system was not a viable option. Deep trenches required by such systems would disrupt the delicate environment and pose substantial construction, traffic challenges, and social impacts. Funding posed another significant obstacle: how could the village secure the necessary funds to make a critical infrastructure project feasible while minimizing financial burdens on residents?
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Solution:
The ALL-TERRAIN SEWER™ system, featuring E/One grinder pumps installed on each property, emerged as the ideal solution. Patchogue adopted a long-term strategic initiative to systematically eliminate cesspools and septic tanks by utilizing pressure sewer. E/One’s small-pipe force mains with directional-boring minimized environmental and construction impacts, and enabled faster and more affordable connections to the treatment source. By securing project funding and requesting a modest tax contribution from each homeowner annually, the village has successfully transformed the community with pressure sewer. Patchogue residents have expressed appreciation for the revitalization of their community and are enjoying an improved quality of life and environment conditions, as well as higher property values … all achieved with minimal disruption to their properties.