Overview
Alpine WWTP serves 6,100 residents in Alpine, Texas. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways under U.S. Clean Water Act regulations.
Alpine WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Alpine, Brewster County, Texas. The plant serves a population of approximately 6,100 people, making it a small to medium-sized treatment facility in the region. As a U.S. facility, Alpine WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act, administered by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program sets discharge limits to protect water quality. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, with possible additional nutrient removal depending on the receiving water body. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into local streams that drain into the Rio Grande basin. The Rio Grande flows through the arid landscape of West Texas and ultimately reaches the Gulf of Mexico. The watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is an important resource for agriculture and communities in the region.
Environmental context
Alpine WWTP discharges into local watercourses that are part of the Rio Grande basin. The Rio Grande flows through the Chihuahuan Desert, providing critical water resources for ecosystems and human use. The river eventually empties into the Gulf of Mexico, supporting estuarine habitats. The plant's discharge must meet TCEQ standards to protect downstream water quality and aquatic life in this arid region.
Frequently asked questions
Alpine WWTP is located at 314 North 7th Street, Alpine, Brewster County, Texas, United States.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that are part of the Rio Grande basin, ultimately flowing to the Gulf of Mexico.
Alpine WWTP helps protect the Rio Grande and its tributaries by treating wastewater before discharge, reducing pollution in the watershed.
Alpine WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for discharges. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) enforces permit limits to ensure water quality standards are met.
Plants of this scale in Texas typically provide secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids. Some may also include disinfection and nutrient removal depending on permit requirements.
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