Description
Partially treated sewage is dumped into Newport Harbor from the Wellington CSO facility during rain events.
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Sewer Overflows (CSO) ▶ Archived
Wellington Ave Newport, RI
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3 Comments
Mike @ KnowingNewport (Registered User)
Aging sewer systems and urban storm runoff are two of the worst sources of water pollution in the United States. In Newport, R.I., residents live with regular beach closings and sewage overflows.
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Pual Oneil (Guest)
Closed Mike @ KnowingNewport (Registered User)