Brandenburg STP - Secondary Wastewater Treatment in Meade County, Kentucky

Brandenburg STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Meade County, Kentucky, United States. The plant serves a population of approximately 3,969 residents, operating as part of the region's water infrastructure. Its location inland, away from coastal areas, places it within the Ohio River basin drainage system. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required under the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal facilities of this scale. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. The plant's designed capacity of 1,181.04 units and current discharge volume of 613.24 units indicate operational headroom for future growth. Treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local waterways that ultimately flow into the Ohio River, a major tributary of the Mississippi River system. This downstream connection supports diverse aquatic life and contributes to the ecological health of the larger Mississippi River basin. The plant's operations are subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Kentucky Division of Water.

The plant discharges into local streams that drain into the Ohio River, which flows into the Mississippi River and eventually the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports diverse aquatic ecosystems, including fish and migratory bird populations. The Ohio River is a critical water resource for drinking, recreation, and industry, making effective wastewater treatment essential for maintaining water quality downstream.