"The Cambridge Wastewater Treatment Facility has been recognized for excellence in both engineering and operations. Built in 1994, the facility was designed to operate at maximum efficiently while conserving and protecting valuable natural resources, including the Rum River."
Todd Schwab, Assistant Public Works Director
City of Cambridge
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Well-planned Sewer and Water Infrastructure
Businesses locating in Cambridge can be assured that the City's sewer and water infrastructure is well-planned and managed. A long term Capital Improvement Plan brings together engineering and financial considerations, ensuring smooth operation and predictable costs for these essential services.
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| Dependable Water Service | |
| Provider | City of Cambridge |
| Water Source | Wells |
| Storage Capacity | 1.3 million gallons |
| Pumping Capacity | 2,700 gallons/minute |
| Average Demand | 909,000 gallons/day |
| Peak Demand | 1.567 million gallons |
| Total Water Hardness | 330 ppm |
| Industrial Water Rate | per 1000 gallons 0 to 6,000 $3.00 6,001 to 20,000 $3.50 Over 20,001 $4.00 Plus Base Rates |
| Award-Winning Wastewater Treatment Facility | |
| Provider | City of Cambridge |
| Treatment Type | Extended aeration |
| Capacity of Plant | 1.84 million gallons/day |
| Available Capacity | 1.01 million gallons/day |
| Average Demand | 826,000 gallons/day |
| Peak Demand | 1,265,000 gallons/day |
| Usage Charge | per 1000 gallons 0 to 6,000 $2.80 6,001 to 20,000 $3.20 Over 20,001 $3.40 Plus Base Rates |
