Water Infrastructure Gallery
Visual documentation of Wayland's water protection efforts and infrastructure.
Happy Hollow Wells Zone 1
The Happy Hollow wellfield is Wayland's primary water source, providing clean drinking water to thousands of residents. This protected zone requires careful monitoring and strict land use controls to prevent contamination.
Location: Happy Hollow Road
Established: 1960s
Daily Capacity: 2.5 million gallons
Protected Area: Zone I - 400 feet radius
Turf Field Rubber Migration
Monitoring rubber particles from artificial turf fields that may impact groundwater quality. This ongoing study examines potential contamination pathways.
Study Period: 2022-2024
Monitoring Wells: 12 locations
N Star Infrastructure
Critical water infrastructure including pumping stations, treatment facilities, and distribution networks that ensure safe water delivery.
Type: Pumping Station
Capacity: 1,200 GPM
Water Testing Lab
Laboratory Testing
State-of-the-art testing facilities where water samples are analyzed for bacteria, chemicals, and emerging contaminants like PFAS.
Tests Per Month: 150+
Parameters: 80+ chemicals
Watershed Protection
Protected Watershed
Natural areas protected around water sources to prevent contamination and maintain the ecological integrity of our water supply.
Protected Area: 150 acres
Conservation Status: Active
Treatment Plant
PFAS Removal System
Advanced treatment technology designed to remove PFAS and other emerging contaminants from our water supply.
Technology: Granular Activated Carbon
Efficiency: 99%+ PFAS removal
Monitoring Station
Real-time Monitoring
Automated monitoring systems that track water quality parameters 24/7 and alert operators to any changes.
Parameters: pH, Turbidity, Chlorine
Frequency: Every 15 minutes
Historical Perspective
Water System Development
Protection Milestones
Over the decades, Wayland has consistently been at the forefront of water protection efforts. Our proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential threats has helped maintain one of the region's highest quality water supplies.
From early wellhead protection zones to cutting-edge PFAS removal technology, each advancement represents our community's commitment to safe drinking water.