Overview
Bellevue WTP is an advanced wastewater treatment plant serving 1,357 people in Bellevue Township, Michigan. It discharges treated water into the local watershed under US EPA regulatory oversight.
Bellevue WTP is an advanced wastewater treatment facility located in Bellevue Township, Eaton County, Michigan. The plant serves a small population of 1,357 residents, providing tertiary-level treatment to protect local water quality. As part of the United States' wastewater infrastructure, it operates under the Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for discharges to surface waters. The plant has a designed capacity of 1,022.06 million gallons per day and currently treats an average daily flow of 757.08 million gallons. Its advanced treatment process goes beyond secondary treatment, typically involving nutrient removal or filtration to meet stringent effluent standards. This level of treatment is appropriate for protecting sensitive receiving waters. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Kalamazoo River basin and eventually reaches Lake Michigan. The plant plays a key role in safeguarding the region's water resources, supporting aquatic life and downstream ecosystems. Its inland location reduces direct marine impact, but careful operation remains essential for the health of the Great Lakes basin.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Kalamazoo River watershed, which flows westward through Michigan and empties into Lake Michigan. This region supports diverse aquatic habitats, including coldwater fisheries and migratory bird routes. Advanced treatment helps minimize nutrient loading and protects downstream water quality in the Great Lakes ecosystem.
Frequently asked questions
Bellevue WTP is located on Battle Creek Highway in Bellevue Township, Eaton County, Michigan, United States.
The plant serves approximately 1,357 residents in the Bellevue Township area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which drains into the Kalamazoo River basin and ultimately reaches Lake Michigan.
Bellevue WTP provides advanced treatment, which goes beyond secondary treatment to remove additional pollutants such as nutrients, ensuring high-quality effluent.
As a US facility, Bellevue WTP operates under the Clean Water Act and must comply with an NPDES permit issued by the state or EPA, which sets discharge limits to protect water quality.
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