BU COSD 17 WWTP BEAUMONT - Severy, Kansas Wastewater Treatment Plant

BU COSD 17 WWTP BEAUMONT is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located near Severy in Butler County, Kansas. The plant serves a small population of 144 residents, reflecting its role in a rural community. It operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Clean Water Act, which governs wastewater discharges through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program. The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard level required for most municipal facilities in the US. Its designed capacity is 37.85 megaliters per year, matching the reported discharge volume. This indicates the plant is operating at full capacity, which is typical for small systems serving stable populations. The treated effluent is discharged into local streams that drain into the Verdigris River basin, eventually reaching the Arkansas River and the Mississippi River system. The plant's operations help protect water quality in these downstream waters, supporting aquatic life and recreational uses in the region.

The plant discharges into small streams within the Verdigris River watershed, which flows into the Arkansas River and ultimately the Mississippi River. This region supports diverse aquatic habitats and is important for migratory birds. The plant's secondary treatment reduces organic pollutants and suspended solids, helping maintain water quality in these ecologically sensitive waterways.