Overview
Atkins North WWTP serves 2,694 people in Pope County, Arkansas. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways under U.S. EPA NPDES regulations.
Atkins North WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Pope County, Arkansas, United States. The plant serves a population of approximately 2,694 residents, classifying it as a small-scale treatment facility within the state's wastewater infrastructure. It is situated near River Bottom Road, reflecting its proximity to the Arkansas River basin. As a U.S. facility, Atkins North WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting. For small agglomerations like this, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent standards. The plant's design and operation align with state and federal guidelines to protect water quality. The treated effluent from Atkins North WWTP is discharged into receiving waters that ultimately flow into the Arkansas River, a major tributary of the Mississippi River. This river system supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for downstream communities. The plant plays a key role in maintaining the ecological health of the local watershed by reducing pollutant loads.
Environmental context
Atkins North WWTP discharges into local streams that drain into the Arkansas River, which flows southeast to join the Mississippi River. The Arkansas River basin supports a variety of fish and wildlife, including several species of freshwater mussels and migratory birds. The plant's operations help protect downstream water quality in this ecologically important river system.
Frequently asked questions
Atkins North WWTP is located on River Bottom Road in Pope County, Arkansas, United States.
Atkins North WWTP serves approximately 2,694 residents in the Atkins area of Pope County.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that flow into the Arkansas River, a major tributary of the Mississippi River.
As a U.S. facility, Atkins North WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated by an NPDES permit issued by the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment.
For small agglomerations in the U.S., secondary treatment is typically required, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids.
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