Non-hazardous wastewater from off-site generators
NewStream is able to accept non-hazardous wastewater (see definitions below) via truck or rail car. We handle treatment and discharge, as well as sludge disposal. The facility's convenient location (off of I-95, less than 25 miles from both Boston and Providence , RI) and accessibility make NewStream an ideal choice.

Hazardous and non-hazardous wastewater from on-site generators
On site wastewater generators are able to pump their wastewater directly to NewStream and know that it is being expertly handled.

What is Non-hazardous Wastewater?

Non-hazardous wastewater is defined as groundwater, construction/highway project water, industrial process water, or other wastewater that

• Does not exhibit any hazardous characteristics: Ignitability, Corrosivity, Reactivity, and Toxicity. Hazardous characteristics are explained in Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MA DEP) regulation 310 CMR 30.122 – 30.125.


• Is not listed as “hazardous” under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Hazardous wastes are listed in MA DEP 310 CMR 30.130.


• Is classified as exempt in from 310 CMR 30, as defined in MA DEP 310 CMR 30.104.

Important Notes

•  Loads less than 1,000 gals may be subject to an additional handling fee

•  NewStream does not handle septage. Any load containing septage will be rejected, without exception.