Overview
Bailey Lakes WWTP and Sewer System serves 397 residents in Bailey Lakes, Ohio, with advanced treatment. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways, supporting the Lake Erie basin.
Bailey Lakes WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Bailey Lakes, Ohio, within Ashland County. Serving a small population of 397, the plant provides advanced treatment to protect public health and the environment. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for discharges to surface waters. The plant has a designed capacity of 151.42 megaliters per year and currently treats a discharge volume of 143.85 megaliters annually, indicating near-capacity operation. Advanced treatment processes are employed to meet stringent effluent quality standards, ensuring removal of nutrients and other pollutants beyond secondary treatment levels. Treated effluent from the plant discharges into local streams that flow into the Lake Erie watershed. Lake Erie is a vital freshwater resource supporting diverse aquatic life, recreational activities, and municipal water supplies. The plant's advanced treatment helps reduce nutrient loading, mitigating the risk of harmful algal blooms in the lake.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into tributaries of the Lake Erie basin, which ultimately drains into Lake Erie. Lake Erie is the shallowest and most biologically productive of the Great Lakes, supporting a rich ecosystem of fish, birds, and aquatic plants. The region faces challenges from agricultural runoff and nutrient pollution, making advanced treatment at this plant important for protecting downstream water quality and preventing eutrophication.
Frequently asked questions
Bailey Lakes WWTP and Sewer System is located on County Road 758 in Bailey Lakes, Ohio, within Clear Creek Township, Ashland County.
The plant serves a population of 397 residents in the village of Bailey Lakes and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local streams that flow into the Lake Erie watershed. Advanced treatment ensures high-quality effluent to protect downstream water bodies.
As a US facility, Bailey Lakes WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act and must comply with an NPDES permit issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, which sets effluent limits for pollutants.
Small wastewater plants in Ohio often use advanced treatment to meet strict water quality standards, especially in sensitive watersheds like Lake Erie. This helps reduce nutrient pollution and protect aquatic ecosystems.
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