Overview
Butler Co LeSourdsville WWTP serves approximately 63,640 people in Butler County, Ohio. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, which mandates secondary treatment for municipal wastewater facilities.
Butler Co LeSourdsville WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Liberty Township, Butler County, Ohio. Serving a population of approximately 63,640, the plant is part of the region's wastewater infrastructure managed by local authorities. Under the US Clean Water Act, plants of this scale are typically required to provide secondary treatment through EPA NPDES permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. Regulatory standards ensure effective pollutant removal to protect water quality. The plant discharges treated effluent into the Great Miami River watershed, which flows into the Ohio River and ultimately the Mississippi River system. This drainage basin supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for downstream communities, making proper treatment essential for ecological and public health.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent enters the Great Miami River, a tributary of the Ohio River, which flows into the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports a variety of fish and wildlife, including species of conservation concern. The plant's location in an inland, agricultural and suburban area means its discharge can affect nutrient levels and water quality in downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Hamilton Middletown Road in Liberty Township, Butler County, Ohio, United States.
The plant serves approximately 63,640 people in the Butler County area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Great Miami River watershed, which flows into the Ohio River and eventually the Mississippi River system.
The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, requiring secondary treatment for municipal wastewater.
Plants of this scale in the US typically provide secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids, as mandated by the Clean Water Act.
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