Dravosburg Boro STP - Municipal Wastewater Treatment in Dravosburg, Pennsylvania

Dravosburg Boro STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Dravosburg, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, serving a population of approximately 2,219 residents. The plant is situated inland, about 50 kilometers from the Atlantic coast, and treats wastewater from the local community. As a small-scale facility in the United States, the plant is subject to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program under the Clean Water Act. Plants of this size typically employ secondary treatment to meet effluent standards. The population served indicates a small agglomeration. The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Monongahela River, a major tributary of the Ohio River. This river system supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for downstream communities. The plant's operations contribute to protecting water quality in the region.

The plant's treated effluent flows into the Monongahela River, which joins the Ohio River and eventually the Mississippi River, draining into the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and is a critical resource for drinking water, recreation, and industry. The plant's discharge must comply with state and federal standards to protect downstream water quality and aquatic life.