Overview
BERK CO PSSD FOREST HGTS II 2 TP is an advanced treatment plant serving 193 people in Vanville, West Virginia. It discharges 98.42 units of treated wastewater, operating under US EPA NPDES regulations.
BERK CO PSSD FOREST HGTS II 2 TP is a wastewater treatment facility located in Vanville, Berkeley County, West Virginia. Serving a small population of 193, the plant provides advanced treatment to protect local water quality. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for all discharges. Advanced treatment goes beyond secondary standards, typically removing nutrients and other pollutants to meet stringent water quality goals. The plant's designed capacity matches its discharge volume at 98.42 units, indicating efficient operation. The treated effluent flows into the Potomac River basin, which drains into the Chesapeake Bay. This region is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as a critical habitat for migratory fish. The plant's advanced treatment helps reduce nutrient loading to the bay, contributing to regional restoration efforts.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Potomac River watershed, which ultimately drains into the Chesapeake Bay, the largest estuary in the United States. The Chesapeake Bay is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as a critical habitat for migratory fish and waterfowl. Advanced treatment at this plant helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads, contributing to the bay's restoration goals.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Independence Lane in Vanville, Berkeley County, West Virginia, United States.
The plant serves a small population of 193 people.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Potomac River basin, which flows into the Chesapeake Bay.
As a US facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act and requires an NPDES permit issued by the state or EPA.
Small plants often use advanced treatment to meet local water quality standards, especially in sensitive watersheds like the Chesapeake Bay.
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