Overview
Berea wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 14,159 residents in Berea, Kentucky. The facility operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with oversight from Kentucky's environmental agency.
The Berea wastewater treatment plant is a municipal facility located in Berea, Madison County, Kentucky, United States. It serves a population of around 14,159 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under U.S. regulatory frameworks. As a U.S. plant, Berea operates under the Clean Water Act, which requires secondary treatment for municipal wastewater. The Kentucky Division of Water issues NPDES permits to ensure compliance with effluent limits designed to protect water quality. Plants of this scale typically employ biological treatment followed by disinfection. The plant discharges treated effluent into a local waterway within the Kentucky River basin, which ultimately flows into the Ohio River and then the Mississippi River. This drainage system supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for downstream communities. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and protect recreational uses.
Environmental context
The Berea plant discharges into a tributary of the Kentucky River, which flows north to the Ohio River and then to the Mississippi River. The Kentucky River basin supports diverse fish species and provides habitat for migratory birds. Downstream waters are used for recreation and drinking water, making nutrient and pathogen control important for ecological and public health.
Frequently asked questions
The Berea wastewater treatment plant is located in Berea, Madison County, Kentucky, United States.
The plant serves approximately 14,159 residents in the Berea area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into a local waterway within the Kentucky River basin, which flows to the Ohio River and then the Mississippi River.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits issued by the Kentucky Division of Water to ensure compliance with effluent limits.
Plants of this scale typically use secondary treatment, such as activated sludge or trickling filters, followed by disinfection, to meet Clean Water Act standards.
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