Overview
Cecil Twp Millers Run STP is a municipal wastewater treatment plant in Cecil Township, Pennsylvania, serving approximately 2,413 people. It operates under the US Clean Water Act framework.
Cecil Twp Millers Run STP is a wastewater treatment facility located in Cecil Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania. The plant serves a small community of about 2,413 residents, providing essential sanitation services for the local area. As a US-based plant serving fewer than 10,000 people, it falls under the regulatory framework of the Clean Water Act, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. Such facilities are typically required to meet secondary treatment standards under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program. The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Ohio River basin. The Ohio River is a major tributary of the Mississippi River, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing drinking water for millions downstream. Proper treatment at this plant helps protect water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into local streams within the Ohio River watershed, which drains into the Mississippi River and eventually the Gulf of Mexico. The Ohio River basin supports a variety of fish species and is an important migratory corridor for birds. Maintaining effective wastewater treatment is crucial for preventing nutrient pollution and protecting downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Creedmore Street in Cecil, Cecil Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States.
The plant serves approximately 2,413 people in the Cecil Township area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local streams that are part of the Ohio River basin, which ultimately flows to the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico.
As a US plant, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to NPDES permits issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, requiring secondary treatment standards.
Small plants of this scale typically use secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge or lagoon systems to meet EPA effluent guidelines.
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