CF CO S D 1 JACOBS CRK WWTP - Jacobs Creek Landing, Kansas Wastewater Treatment Plant

CF CO S D 1 JACOBS CRK WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Jacobs Creek Landing, Coffey County, Kansas. The plant serves a small population of 90 residents, reflecting its role in a rural community. It operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, which governs wastewater discharges through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard level that removes biodegradable organic matter and suspended solids. With a designed capacity of 41.64 units and a current discharge volume of 34.07 units, the facility operates below its capacity. For small agglomerations like this, secondary treatment is typically sufficient to meet water quality standards. The treated effluent is discharged into a local water body, likely a creek or stream within the Neosho River basin. The Neosho River flows southeast through Kansas into Oklahoma, eventually joining the Arkansas River. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional agriculture and recreation.

The plant discharges into a tributary of the Neosho River, which flows through the Flint Hills region of Kansas. The Neosho River supports a variety of fish species and provides habitat for migratory birds. Downstream, the river joins the Arkansas River, which ultimately drains into the Mississippi River system. The watershed is ecologically sensitive due to its role in sustaining local biodiversity and water quality for downstream communities.