Overview
Belpre WWTP and Sewer System serves approximately 7,100 residents in Belpre, Ohio. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Ohio River, supporting local water quality.
Belpre WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Belpre, Washington County, Ohio. The plant serves a population of around 7,100 people, providing essential sanitation services to the community. As part of the United States wastewater infrastructure, it operates under the regulatory framework of the Clean Water Act, which governs discharge permits and treatment standards. Under the Clean Water Act, facilities of this scale are typically required to meet secondary treatment standards through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program. The plant's treatment process and capacity are managed to comply with state and federal regulations, ensuring that effluent quality protects receiving waters. The treated wastewater is discharged into the Ohio River, a major tributary of the Mississippi River system. The Ohio River supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for millions downstream. The plant's operations contribute to maintaining the ecological health of this important waterway.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Ohio River, which flows southwest to join the Mississippi River and eventually the Gulf of Mexico. The Ohio River watershed supports a variety of fish and wildlife, including migratory species. Protecting water quality in this river is critical for downstream ecosystems and human use.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Washington Boulevard in Belpre, Washington County, Ohio, United States.
The plant serves approximately 7,100 residents in the Belpre area.
The treated wastewater is discharged into the Ohio River, a major tributary of the Mississippi River system.
As a municipal wastewater plant in the United States, Belpre WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for discharges. These permits set limits on pollutants to protect water quality.
Plants of this size in the US typically provide secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids, as required by the Clean Water Act.
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