Overview
BARNEVELD STP is an advanced wastewater treatment plant in Town of Brigham, Wisconsin, serving 1,226 people. It discharges 302.83 thousand cubic meters annually within a designed capacity of 658.66.
BARNEVELD STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in the Town of Brigham, Iowa County, Wisconsin. The plant serves a population of 1,226 and operates with advanced treatment capabilities, reflecting a commitment to high effluent quality standards in the region. The plant's advanced treatment level goes beyond secondary treatment, typically incorporating nutrient removal or other tertiary processes to meet stringent discharge requirements. With a designed capacity of 658.66 thousand cubic meters and an annual discharge volume of 302.83, the facility operates well within its capacity, ensuring reliable treatment for the community. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Mississippi River Basin, contributing to the overall water quality of the region. The plant's advanced treatment helps protect downstream aquatic ecosystems and supports the ecological health of the watershed.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into tributaries of the Wisconsin River, which flows into the Mississippi River. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life, including fish species such as walleye and smallmouth bass. The advanced treatment helps minimize nutrient loading, which is critical for preventing algal blooms and maintaining oxygen levels in downstream waters.
Frequently asked questions
BARNEVELD STP is located on County Road K in the Town of Brigham, Iowa County, Wisconsin, United States.
The plant serves a population of 1,226 people in the Town of Brigham and surrounding areas.
The treated effluent is discharged into local tributaries that flow into the Wisconsin River, part of the Mississippi River Basin.
BARNEVELD STP provides advanced treatment, which goes beyond secondary treatment to remove nutrients and other pollutants, ensuring high-quality effluent.
The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, setting limits on discharges to protect water quality.
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