Overview
Bucyrus WWTP and Sewer System serves approximately 13,224 residents in Bucyrus, Ohio. The plant operates under U.S. EPA and Ohio EPA regulations for municipal wastewater treatment.
Bucyrus WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located at 1102 Hillcrest Drive in Bucyrus, Crawford County, Ohio. The plant serves a population of about 13,224 people, placing it in the small-to-medium agglomeration category for U.S. wastewater infrastructure. As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, with possible additional nutrient removal depending on the receiving water body's sensitivity. The plant's treated effluent discharges to a local waterway within the Sandusky River watershed, which flows north into Lake Erie. This region is part of the Lake Erie Basin, an ecologically important area that supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for millions. The plant's performance is critical to protecting downstream water quality and the lake's ecosystem.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a tributary of the Sandusky River, which flows into Lake Erie, part of the Great Lakes system. Lake Erie is a vital freshwater resource supporting fisheries, recreation, and municipal water supply. The watershed faces challenges from nutrient pollution, making effective wastewater treatment essential for controlling phosphorus and nitrogen loads that can cause harmful algal blooms.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 1102 Hillcrest Drive in Bucyrus, Crawford County, Ohio, United States.
The plant serves approximately 13,224 residents in the city of Bucyrus and surrounding areas.
The treated effluent is discharged into a local waterway that flows into the Sandusky River, which ultimately drains into Lake Erie.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act and is regulated by an NPDES permit issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency.
For a plant of this size in Ohio, secondary treatment is standard, often including biological processes and disinfection. Additional nutrient removal may be required to protect Lake Erie from algal blooms.
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