Overview
Bartlesville WWT serves approximately 34,748 people in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, ultimately draining toward the Verdigris River basin.
Bartlesville WWT is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, United States. It serves a population of around 34,748 residents in the Washington County area, operating as part of the city's essential water infrastructure. The plant is subject to the U.S. Clean Water Act and operates under a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit, which sets discharge limits to protect water quality. For a facility of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, and the plant's performance is regulated by the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality. Treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local waterways that flow into the Verdigris River, a tributary of the Arkansas River. This river system supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for downstream communities, making proper treatment critical for maintaining ecological health in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Verdigris River watershed, which flows into the Arkansas River and eventually the Mississippi River. This river system supports a variety of fish and wildlife species, including migratory birds. The watershed is ecologically sensitive due to its role in regional water supply and habitat connectivity.
Frequently asked questions
Bartlesville WWT is located on Pathfinder Parkway in Bartlesville, Washington County, Oklahoma, United States.
The plant serves approximately 34,748 people in the Bartlesville area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that flow into the Verdigris River, a tributary of the Arkansas River.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act and is regulated by an NPDES permit issued by the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality.
For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is standard under the Clean Water Act, which typically involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids.
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