Overview
Dodge City WWTP serves approximately 24,723 people in Ford County, Kansas. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways under the US Clean Water Act.
Dodge City WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Ford County, Kansas, serving a population of about 24,723. The plant is situated in the Arkansas River basin, a region characterized by semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. As a US facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program, which sets effluent limits to protect water quality. For a population of this size, secondary treatment is typically required, with possible additional nutrient controls if the receiving water is sensitive. The treated effluent is discharged into the Arkansas River watershed, which flows southeast through Kansas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas before joining the Mississippi River. This water body supports aquatic life, irrigation, and downstream communities, making effective treatment essential for regional water quality.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Arkansas River basin, part of the Mississippi River watershed that ultimately drains into the Gulf of Mexico. The Arkansas River in this region supports diverse aquatic species and is used for agricultural irrigation. Downstream, the river contributes to the Mississippi River system, which has experienced nutrient pollution issues, highlighting the importance of effective wastewater treatment.
Frequently asked questions
Dodge City WWTP is located in Ford County, Kansas, United States, serving the Dodge City area.
The plant serves approximately 24,723 people, classifying it as a medium-sized municipal facility.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Arkansas River basin, which flows through Kansas and eventually reaches the Mississippi River and Gulf of Mexico.
As a US facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act, requiring an NPDES permit that sets effluent limits to protect water quality.
Plants of this scale typically employ secondary treatment, such as activated sludge or trickling filters, and may include disinfection and nutrient removal if required by the permit.
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