Overview
ADEL WWTP serves Adel, Iowa, treating wastewater for approximately 3,682 residents. The plant operates under U.S. EPA and Iowa DNR regulations, ensuring compliance with Clean Water Act standards.
ADEL WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Adel, Iowa, serving a population of about 3,682. The plant is situated in Dallas County and is part of the community's essential infrastructure for managing domestic wastewater. As a small-scale facility, ADEL WWTP is subject to the U.S. Clean Water Act and Iowa's environmental regulations, which require appropriate treatment to protect water quality. Plants of this size typically employ secondary treatment or equivalent technologies to meet permit limits. The treated effluent from ADEL WWTP is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Mississippi River basin. The plant plays a key role in safeguarding the health of nearby streams and rivers, supporting aquatic life and downstream water quality.
Environmental context
ADEL WWTP discharges into local streams that are part of the North Raccoon River watershed, which flows into the Des Moines River and eventually the Mississippi River. This region supports diverse aquatic habitats and is important for recreational fishing and agriculture. Proper wastewater treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution and protects the ecological balance of these waterways.
Frequently asked questions
ADEL WWTP is located in Adel, Iowa, United States, specifically near Old Portland Road in Dallas County.
ADEL WWTP serves approximately 3,682 residents in the Adel area.
ADEL WWTP discharges treated effluent into local streams that are part of the North Raccoon River watershed, which flows into the Des Moines River and ultimately the Mississippi River.
ADEL WWTP operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with permits issued by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR). These regulations set discharge limits to protect water quality.
For small communities like Adel, secondary treatment is typical, which uses biological processes to remove organic matter and solids. Some plants may also include disinfection to reduce pathogens.
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