Can a sewage treatment plant discharge into a pond?

No – not directly. However, where the only available discharge point is a watercourse that happens to flow through a pond, it may sometimes be possible to demonstrate to the Environment Agency that the treated water is carried through the pond quickly and does not stagnate. This is a technically complex argument and can be difficult to make successfully. Where possible, discharging directly into a watercourse leaving a pond is always preferable and will be the Environment Agency’s expectation. Contact us to discuss your specific site situation.