Overview
Celina WWTP and Sewer System serves approximately 12,500 residents in Celina, Ohio. The facility operates under U.S. EPA and Ohio EPA regulations for municipal wastewater treatment.
The Celina WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Celina, Mercer County, Ohio. Serving a population of about 12,503, the plant is part of the city's infrastructure managed by local authorities. The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Ohio River basin. As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. For a community of this size, secondary treatment is typically required, with possible additional nutrient removal depending on the receiving water body's sensitivity. The plant's treated wastewater flows into nearby streams that feed into the Wabash River system, eventually reaching the Ohio River and the Mississippi River. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and provides water resources for communities downstream. The plant's performance is critical to maintaining water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The Celina WWTP discharges into local tributaries of the Wabash River, which flows into the Ohio River and ultimately the Mississippi River. The watershed supports a mix of agricultural and residential land uses, and the plant's effluent must meet standards to protect aquatic habitats and downstream water quality. The region is inland and not near coastal waters, reducing direct marine impact.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 1113 Elm Street in Celina, Mercer County, Ohio, United States.
The facility serves approximately 12,503 residents in the city of Celina and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local streams that are part of the Wabash River watershed, which flows into the Ohio River.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act and is regulated by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency through an NPDES permit.
For a community of this size, secondary treatment is standard under the Clean Water Act, with possible additional nutrient removal if the receiving water body is sensitive.
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