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Living Filter

Living Filter, 851 Cricklewood Drive, State College, PA, USA

This system has been in operation for 50 years, serving as a model for wastewater reuse and environmental stewardship.

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About This Destination

Discover the innovative sustainability practices at Penn State's Living Filter, a 600-acre expanse of agricultural and forested land where treated wastewater from the University Park campus is spray-irrigated. This system has been in operation for 50 years, serving as a model for wastewater reuse and environmental stewardship. Visitors can observe how the land application system enhances groundwater recharge, supports diverse plant life, and contributes to sustainable water management practices.

Plan Your Visit

This Destination is managed by:
Penn State and PA Game Commission
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ADA Accessibility

Not ADA accessible. See Destination website for more information.

Visit On Your Own

Living Filter, 851 Cricklewood Drive, State College, PA, USA

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