Overview
Conserve II is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving approximately 150,000 people in Orlando, Florida. It operates under the U. S. Clean Water Act and EPA NPDES permitting framework.
Conserve II is a wastewater treatment plant located at 5389 L. B. McLeod Road in Orlando, Florida, within Orange County. The plant serves a population of approximately 150,000, classifying it as a large municipal facility in the region. As a U. S. facility, Conserve II operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, with potential additional nutrient removal standards due to Florida's sensitive water bodies. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the St. Johns River or the Everglades ecosystem, depending on the specific outfall. These waters support diverse aquatic life and are important for regional water supply and recreation.
Environmental context
Conserve II discharges into the Orlando-area watershed, which feeds into the St. Johns River and eventually the Atlantic Ocean. The region's karst geology and high water table make groundwater and surface water closely connected, requiring careful nutrient management to prevent algal blooms and protect downstream ecosystems like the Indian River Lagoon.
Frequently asked questions
Conserve II is located at 5389 L. B. McLeod Road in Orlando, Florida, within Orange County, United States.
Conserve II serves approximately 150,000 people, making it a large municipal wastewater treatment plant.
Conserve II discharges treated effluent into local waterways that are part of the St. Johns River basin, which ultimately drains into the Atlantic Ocean.
Conserve II operates under the U. S. Clean Water Act and is permitted through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), administered by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
Plants of this scale in Florida typically require secondary treatment as a minimum, with advanced nutrient removal to meet strict state standards for nitrogen and phosphorus, protecting sensitive water bodies.
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