18 MI CR WWTPMID REG - Pickens County, South Carolina Wastewater Treatment Plant

18 MI CR WWTPMID REG is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Pickens County, South Carolina, United States. It serves a population of approximately 4,730 people, placing it in the small-to-medium agglomeration category. The facility is situated in the upstate region of South Carolina, an area characterized by rolling hills and proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains. As a US-based plant, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC). For plants serving populations around 4,730, secondary treatment is typically required, which involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids. Regulatory standards ensure compliance with water quality goals. The treated effluent is discharged into local streams that are part of the Savannah River basin. The Savannah River flows southeast to the Atlantic Ocean, forming the border between South Carolina and Georgia. The downstream environment supports diverse aquatic life, including fish species such as striped bass and American shad, and the river is an important resource for drinking water and recreation in the region.

The plant discharges into tributaries of the Savannah River, which flows through the Piedmont and Coastal Plain regions before emptying into the Atlantic Ocean near Savannah, Georgia. The Savannah River basin supports a variety of ecosystems, including freshwater wetlands and estuarine habitats. Downstream areas are ecologically sensitive, providing habitat for fish, birds, and other wildlife. The river is also a key water source for communities and industries along its course.