Planning for the Region’s Future Sewer Needs
About the wastewater system
LCA operates the wastewater system that serves 15 municipalities in western and central Lehigh County. Through a network of wastewater interceptors and pump stations, along with the help of gravity, the regional system transports wastewater to the City of Allentown for final treatment at the Kline’s Island Wastewater Treatment Plant.
LCA owns and operates a pre-treatment plant located in Fogelsville, which provides pre-treatment for industrial waste, prior to it heading to the City of Allentown for treatment as well.
Learn about the Regional Act 537 Sewer Plan & Important Dates
Follow along as information is shared with municipal partners and the public about the regional sewer system needs and the plan to address them. Since the 1960s, the 15 municipalities have collaborated to build sewer infrastructure to meet the region’s needs.
The Act 537 Plan addresses the major system upgrades needed. The plan is critical for every community in the region—it’s the largest investment our region has ever made to protect public health and the environment.