Overview
ALTUS SW WWT serves Jackson County, Oklahoma, treating wastewater for a population of 4,503. The plant operates under U.S. EPA and Oklahoma DEQ regulations, ensuring compliance with Clean Water Act standards.
ALTUS SW WWT is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Jackson County, Oklahoma, United States. It serves a population of approximately 4,503 residents, reflecting a small community-scale facility. The plant is situated in the southern Great Plains region, characterized by a semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. As a U.S. facility, ALTUS SW WWT operates under the Clean Water Act, administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). Plants of this size typically require secondary treatment as a minimum, with permits specifying effluent limits for biochemical oxygen demand, total suspended solids, and other parameters. Regulatory compliance is ensured through National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits. The treated effluent from ALTUS SW WWT is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Red River basin, which flows south to the Gulf of Mexico. The plant plays a role in protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems, including the Red River and its tributaries, which support diverse fish and wildlife populations. Proper treatment helps maintain water quality for agricultural and recreational uses in the region.
Environmental context
ALTUS SW WWT discharges into local streams within the Red River basin, which flows into the Gulf of Mexico. The downstream environment includes the Red River, a major waterway supporting diverse aquatic life and providing habitat for migratory birds. The plant's operations help protect water quality in this semi-arid region, where water resources are critical for agriculture and local ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
ALTUS SW WWT is located in Jackson County, Oklahoma, United States. It serves the local community with wastewater treatment services.
ALTUS SW WWT serves a population of approximately 4,503 people, classifying it as a small-scale municipal treatment plant.
ALTUS SW WWT discharges treated effluent into local waterways that are part of the Red River basin, which ultimately flows to the Gulf of Mexico.
ALTUS SW WWT operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with permits issued by the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality. These permits set limits on pollutants to protect water quality.
In the U.S., plants serving populations of this size typically provide secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids, as required by the Clean Water Act.
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