BERK CO PSSD BAKER HEIGHTS WWTP - Berkeley County, West Virginia Wastewater Treatment

BERK CO PSSD BAKER HEIGHTS WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Berkeley County, West Virginia, serving a population of about 7,427. The plant is situated inland, more than 50 kilometers from the coast, and treats wastewater from the surrounding community. As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for all discharges. It serves a moderate-sized community. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Potomac River basin and then to the Chesapeake Bay. This watershed is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and contributing to the health of the Chesapeake Bay estuary, a vital ecosystem for fish and migratory birds.

The plant discharges into local streams that flow into the Potomac River, which drains into the Chesapeake Bay. The Chesapeake Bay is a large estuary that supports diverse aquatic life, including blue crabs, oysters, and migratory fish. The watershed is ecologically sensitive, and nutrient management is critical to prevent eutrophication and maintain water quality.