Overview
COLDWATER POTW SOUTHWEST is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving Coldwater, Mississippi, USA. It serves a population of 411 and operates under the US Clean Water Act regulatory framework.
COLDWATER POTW SOUTHWEST is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Coldwater, Tate County, Mississippi, United States. The facility serves a small population of 411 residents, reflecting its role in a rural community. As a publicly owned treatment works (POTW), it is part of the national wastewater infrastructure managed under local and state oversight. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, which requires National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for all wastewater discharges. For small agglomerations like this, secondary treatment is typically mandated to meet water quality standards. The facility's treatment process and capacity are aligned with regulatory requirements for its size and location. The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that drain into the Mississippi River basin. The Mississippi River system supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for millions. Proper treatment at this plant helps protect downstream ecosystems and water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into tributaries of the Mississippi River, which ultimately drains into the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports a variety of fish and wildlife species and is an important migratory corridor for birds. The Mississippi River basin faces challenges from nutrient pollution, making effective wastewater treatment critical for reducing nitrogen and phosphorus loads that contribute to the Gulf of Mexico hypoxic zone.
Frequently asked questions
COLDWATER POTW SOUTHWEST is located in Coldwater, Tate County, Mississippi, United States.
The plant serves a population of 411 residents in the Coldwater area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that are part of the Mississippi River basin, ultimately reaching the Gulf of Mexico.
As a US facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act and requires an NPDES permit issued by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
Small plants like this typically use secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge or lagoon systems to meet EPA standards for organic matter and solids removal.
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