Overview
Doylestown WWTP and Sewer System serves approximately 3,051 residents in Doylestown, Ohio, United States. The plant is located inland and discharges treated wastewater into local waterways.
The Doylestown WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility serving the village of Doylestown in Wayne County, Ohio. With a population served of about 3,051, the plant is classified as a small-scale facility under U.S. EPA guidelines. As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements. For small communities, typical treatment includes secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge or lagoon systems to meet effluent limits. The plant discharges treated effluent into local streams that are part of the Ohio River basin. The receiving waters support aquatic life and are used for recreation, making proper treatment essential for protecting downstream water quality and ecosystem health.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into tributaries of the Ohio River, which flows into the Mississippi River and ultimately the Gulf of Mexico. The local watershed supports diverse aquatic species and is used for fishing and recreation. Protecting water quality in this inland basin is important for maintaining the ecological balance of the broader Ohio River system.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 17091 Church Street, Doylestown, Wayne County, Ohio, 44230, United States.
The plant serves approximately 3,051 residents in the village of Doylestown and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local streams that are part of the Ohio River basin, ultimately reaching the Gulf of Mexico.
As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and must comply with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency.
Small plants in Ohio typically use secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge, trickling filters, or aerated lagoons to meet EPA effluent guidelines.
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