Overview
DALE WWTP serves approximately 1,995 people in Spencer County, Indiana, as part of the municipal wastewater infrastructure. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act framework.
DALE WWTP is a wastewater treatment facility located in Spencer County, Indiana, serving a population of about 1,995 residents. The plant is situated in a rural area of the state, contributing to local sanitation and water quality management. As a small-scale facility, DALE WWTP is subject to the US Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting requirements. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Ohio River basin. This region supports diverse aquatic life and is part of the larger Mississippi River watershed, which flows into the Gulf of Mexico. Proper treatment helps protect downstream water quality and ecological health.
Environmental context
DALE WWTP discharges into tributaries of the Ohio River, which flows into the Mississippi River and eventually the Gulf of Mexico. The local watershed supports agricultural and natural habitats, and the plant's operations help maintain water quality standards for aquatic species and recreational use.
Frequently asked questions
DALE WWTP is located on County Road 1800 North in Spencer County, Indiana, United States.
DALE WWTP serves approximately 1,995 people in the Spencer County area.
DALE WWTP discharges treated effluent into local waterways that are part of the Ohio River basin, ultimately flowing to the Gulf of Mexico.
DALE WWTP operates under the US Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management.
Small wastewater plants in Indiana typically use secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge or lagoon systems to meet state and federal effluent standards.
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