Overview
Craig City of wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 9,100 residents in Craig, Colorado. The facility operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act framework, managing municipal wastewater for this inland community.
The Craig City of wastewater treatment plant is located at 2351 Doyan Avenue in Craig, Colorado, serving a population of about 9,100 people. As a municipal facility in Moffat County, it plays a key role in managing wastewater for this Rocky Mountain region community. Under the U.S. Clean Water Act, plants of this scale typically require secondary treatment as a minimum standard, with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. The facility's treatment processes are designed to meet state and federal effluent limits to protect local water quality. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into the Yampa River watershed, which flows through northwestern Colorado and eventually joins the Green River, a major tributary of the Colorado River. This downstream connection makes the plant's performance important for the broader Colorado River Basin ecosystem, supporting aquatic life and water quality for downstream communities.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Yampa River watershed, which flows into the Green River and ultimately the Colorado River. This arid region relies on healthy river systems for irrigation, recreation, and habitat. The facility's discharge must meet standards to protect sensitive aquatic species and maintain water quality in a basin facing increasing water demands.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 2351 Doyan Avenue in Craig, Colorado, within Moffat County.
The facility serves approximately 9,100 residents in the city of Craig and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Yampa River watershed, which flows into the Green River and eventually the Colorado River.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits issued by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, requiring secondary treatment and compliance with effluent limits.
For a population of this size, the U.S. Clean Water Act typically requires secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids, along with disinfection to protect receiving waters.
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