Overview
Caledonia POTW is a secondary treatment plant serving approximately 975 residents in Caledonia, Mississippi. It discharges treated wastewater into local waterways under US EPA NPDES regulations.
Caledonia POTW is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Caledonia, Lowndes County, Mississippi. The plant serves a small population of around 975 residents, reflecting the rural character of the area. As a publicly owned treatment works (POTW), it plays a key role in managing local wastewater and protecting public health. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by the US Clean Water Act for municipal facilities of this scale. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids. The plant's designed capacity is 386.11 million gallons per day, matching its current discharge volume, indicating full utilization. Operations are governed by National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. The treated effluent is discharged into nearby streams that drain into the Tombigbee River basin, ultimately reaching the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional water quality. The plant's operations help maintain the ecological health of local waterways and comply with federal and state regulations.
Environmental context
Caledonia POTW discharges into local tributaries of the Tombigbee River, which flows south to join the Mobile River and empty into Mobile Bay, a productive estuary on the Gulf of Mexico. The watershed supports diverse fish and wildlife, including migratory birds and aquatic species. Protecting water quality in this basin is essential for downstream ecosystems and recreational uses.
Frequently asked questions
Caledonia POTW is located on North Church Street in Caledonia, Lowndes County, Mississippi, United States.
The plant serves approximately 975 residents, reflecting a small municipal agglomeration.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local streams that are part of the Tombigbee River basin, which ultimately drains to the Gulf of Mexico.
Caledonia POTW provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required by the US Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater plants of this size.
As a publicly owned treatment works (POTW), it operates under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program, administered by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring compliance with federal water quality standards.
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