Cave Springs WWTP - Secondary Treatment Facility in Cave Springs, Arkansas

Cave Springs WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Cave Springs, Arkansas, United States. The facility serves a population of approximately 1,729 residents, classifying it as a small-scale treatment plant within the region. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater facilities. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids. The plant has a designed capacity of 1,559.58 units and currently discharges 454.25 units, indicating operational capacity below its design limit. The treated effluent is discharged into a local waterway that ultimately flows into the Arkansas River watershed. The plant plays a role in protecting downstream water quality and supporting aquatic ecosystems in the region.

The plant discharges into a tributary of the Arkansas River, which flows through the Mississippi River basin and eventually reaches the Gulf of Mexico. The local watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional water resources. The plant's secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads, contributing to the ecological health of downstream waters.