Overview
Aleppo Township Sewickley Heights Manor STP is an advanced wastewater treatment plant in Pennsylvania, USA, serving 592 people. It discharges 189.27 cubic meters per day into local waterways.
Aleppo Township Sewickley Heights Manor STP is a wastewater treatment facility located in Aleppo Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. The plant serves a small population of 592 residents, providing advanced treatment to protect local water quality. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for all discharges. As an advanced treatment facility, it goes beyond secondary treatment to remove additional nutrients and contaminants, meeting stringent effluent standards typical for sensitive watersheds in the region. The treated effluent is discharged into nearby streams that flow into the Ohio River basin, ultimately reaching the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico. The plant plays a key role in maintaining water quality in the Allegheny County area, supporting aquatic life and downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local tributaries of the Ohio River, which drains into the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico. The watershed supports diverse aquatic species and is an important corridor for migratory fish. Advanced treatment helps reduce nutrient loading, protecting downstream water bodies from eutrophication.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on North Drive in Aleppo Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States.
The plant serves a population of 592 residents in the Aleppo Township and Sewickley Heights area.
The plant provides advanced treatment, which goes beyond secondary treatment to remove additional pollutants such as nitrogen and phosphorus.
The plant operates under the Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for all wastewater discharges. Advanced treatment ensures compliance with strict effluent limits to protect water quality.
Small advanced treatment plants in Pennsylvania are regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) under the NPDES program. They must meet specific effluent limits based on the receiving water body's sensitivity.
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