9TH STREET SEWER SEPARATION AND PUMP STATION - Lafayette, Indiana Distribution Pump Station

9TH STREET SEWER SEPARATION AND PUMP STATION is a distribution pump station located at 6 S 9th St in Lafayette, Indiana, within Tippecanoe County. The facility is operational and plays a key role in the local wastewater infrastructure, specifically designed for sewer separation and pump station operations. The plant operates under U.S. environmental regulations, including the Clean Water Act and state-level Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) rules. As a distribution pump station, it handles wastewater conveyance, with typical flow capacities ranging from small to medium for municipal systems. The facility's age and redundancy are critical factors in maintaining reliable service. This pump station contributes to the Lafayette community by managing wastewater and stormwater, reducing combined sewer overflows, and protecting local water quality. Its operation supports public health and environmental compliance in the Wabash River watershed.

The facility operates in the Wabash River watershed, where combined sewer overflows have historically impacted water quality. Sewer separation projects like this pump station help reduce untreated discharges during heavy rain, protecting aquatic habitats and recreational waters. The station's redundancy and maintenance are vital for continuous service in a region with seasonal storms.