Overview
Archbold WWTP and Sewer System serves approximately 4,860 residents in Archbold, Ohio. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which governs wastewater treatment and discharge standards for facilities of this scale.
Archbold WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Archbold, Fulton County, Ohio. Serving a population of around 4,860, the plant is part of the community's essential infrastructure for managing domestic wastewater. As a facility in the United States, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act, which requires National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for all point source discharges. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Maumee River basin and then into Lake Erie. This watershed is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and contributing to the Great Lakes ecosystem, which is a vital freshwater resource.
Environmental context
The Archbold WWTP discharges into the Maumee River watershed, which flows into Lake Erie, one of the Great Lakes. This region supports diverse aquatic species and is an important migratory corridor for birds. The lake provides drinking water and recreational opportunities for millions, making proper wastewater treatment critical to prevent nutrient pollution and harmful algal blooms.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on North Street in Archbold, Fulton County, Ohio, United States.
The plant serves approximately 4,860 residents in the Archbold community.
The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that flow into the Maumee River basin, ultimately reaching Lake Erie.
As a U.S. facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is required to have an NPDES permit issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, which sets discharge limits to protect water quality.
For small to medium agglomerations, secondary treatment is standard under the Clean Water Act, which typically involves biological processes to remove organic matter and solids before discharge.
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