Overview
BUSHNELL STP WEST is a secondary treatment plant serving Bushnell, Illinois. It has a designed capacity of 946.35 m³/day and treats wastewater for approximately 1,838 residents.
BUSHNELL STP WEST is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Bushnell, Illinois, serving the local community. The plant provides secondary treatment for an estimated population of 1,838 people, reflecting its role as a small-scale facility in the region. As a secondary treatment plant, it meets the standard requirements under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which mandates secondary treatment for municipal wastewater. The plant has a designed capacity of 946.35 m³/day and a reported discharge volume of 870.65 m³/day, indicating it operates within its capacity. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways, contributing to the protection of the Mississippi River basin. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in the region, supporting downstream ecosystems and recreational uses.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams that flow into the Mississippi River basin, ultimately reaching the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional agriculture and recreation. The plant's secondary treatment reduces organic pollutants and suspended solids, helping to maintain water quality in the downstream environment.
Frequently asked questions
BUSHNELL STP WEST is located in Bushnell, McDonough County, Illinois, United States, near Bushnell-Prairie City High School.
The plant serves approximately 1,838 people in the Bushnell area.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater.
Under the Clean Water Act, municipal plants like BUSHNELL STP WEST must meet secondary treatment standards and operate under National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the state or EPA.
The plant has a designed capacity of 946.35 m³/day, with a reported discharge volume of 870.65 m³/day, indicating it operates within its capacity.
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