NEW Water treats about 8 million gallons of wastewater each day at its De Pere Facility, releasing the treated water into the Fox River. The system meets strict Wisconsin DNR standards to protect public health and the environment.
Sometimes the water near the outfall may look colored or foamy due to dyes or pigments from industrial sources. The treated water can even appear darker than the river because the Fox River is an impaired waterway. Bright green water may also signal harmful algal blooms (HABs), which can be unsafe for people and pets…