ARMA WWTP - Wastewater Treatment Plant in Arma, Kansas

ARMA WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Arma, Crawford County, Kansas, serving a population of approximately 1,470 residents. The plant is situated along US 69 and operates as part of the region's wastewater infrastructure. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required under the US Clean Water Act for municipal facilities. With a designed capacity of 692.73 thousand gallons per day and an average discharge volume of 575.38 thousand gallons per day, the plant operates below its capacity, indicating room for future growth. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Neosho River basin, a tributary of the Arkansas River system. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agricultural and recreational uses downstream.

The plant discharges into the Neosho River basin, which flows into the Arkansas River and eventually reaches the Mississippi River. The local watershed supports fish populations and provides habitat for migratory birds. Downstream water quality is influenced by agricultural runoff and municipal discharges, making proper treatment essential for maintaining ecological balance.