Overview
Albion WWTP serves Port Mitchell, Indiana, treating wastewater for approximately 2,284 residents. The plant operates under US EPA Clean Water Act regulations, ensuring local water quality standards are met.
Albion WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Port Mitchell, Noble County, Indiana. Serving a population of around 2,284, the plant is part of the region's infrastructure designed to manage domestic wastewater from the community. As a small-scale facility in the United States, Albion WWTP is subject to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting program under the Clean Water Act. This regulatory framework requires treatment to meet secondary standards or more stringent limits depending on the receiving water body. The plant's design and operation align with these federal and state requirements to protect public health and the environment. The treated effluent from Albion WWTP is discharged into a local waterway that ultimately drains into the Great Lakes Basin. The plant plays a key role in preserving water quality in the region, supporting downstream aquatic ecosystems and recreational uses. Its location inland, away from coastal areas, reduces direct marine impact but emphasizes the importance of maintaining freshwater quality.
Environmental context
Albion WWTP discharges into a tributary of the Elkhart River, which flows into the St. Joseph River and eventually into Lake Michigan. The plant's operations help protect the Great Lakes ecosystem, which supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for millions. Maintaining low nutrient levels in the effluent is critical to prevent algal blooms in the downstream waters.
Frequently asked questions
Albion WWTP is located on North 50 West in Port Mitchell, Noble County, Indiana, United States.
Albion WWTP serves a population of approximately 2,284 residents in the Port Mitchell area.
Albion WWTP discharges treated effluent into a local tributary that flows into the Elkhart River, part of the St. Joseph River watershed leading to Lake Michigan.
Albion WWTP operates under the US Clean Water Act, requiring an NPDES permit issued by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management. This permit sets limits on pollutant discharges to protect water quality.
For small communities in Indiana, typical treatment includes primary and secondary processes such as activated sludge or lagoon systems, followed by disinfection. The specific process depends on local regulations and receiving water body sensitivity.
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