Overview
BOLTON POTW is a secondary treatment plant in Hinds County, Mississippi, serving 629 people. It discharges 378.54 m³/day of treated wastewater, with a designed capacity of 794.93 m³/day.
BOLTON POTW is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Hinds County, Mississippi, United States. It serves a small population of 629 residents, reflecting its role in a rural or small community setting within the state. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required under the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal facilities. With a designed capacity of 794.93 m³/day and an average discharge volume of 378.54 m³/day, the plant operates well within its capacity, ensuring effective treatment of local wastewater. The treated effluent is discharged into a local waterway, ultimately contributing to the Mississippi River basin. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream water quality and supporting the ecological health of the region's aquatic habitats.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a tributary of the Mississippi River, which flows into the Gulf of Mexico. The downstream environment supports diverse aquatic life, including fish and migratory birds. Proper treatment helps reduce nutrient loading and protects water quality in this ecologically significant watershed.
Frequently asked questions
BOLTON POTW is located on Champion Hill Road in Hinds County, Mississippi, United States.
The plant serves a population of 629 people, typical of a small community wastewater facility.
The treated effluent is discharged into a local waterway that drains into the Mississippi River basin.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required under the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater plants.
As a municipal plant, BOLTON POTW operates under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program, which sets limits on effluent quality to protect receiving waters.
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