Eagle Pass STP, Eagle Pass

Overview

Eagle Pass STP serves approximately 24,000 residents in Eagle Pass, Texas. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act's NPDES permit program, discharging treated wastewater into the Rio Grande basin.

Eagle Pass STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Eagle Pass, Maverick County, Texas, serving a population of about 24,000. The plant is situated near the US-Mexico border and plays a key role in managing wastewater for this community. As a US facility, Eagle Pass STP operates under the Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for discharges. Regulatory compliance ensures environmental standards are met. The plant's treated effluent ultimately flows into the Rio Grande, a major river that forms the border between Texas and Mexico. The Rio Grande drains into the Gulf of Mexico, supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems and providing water for agriculture and communities downstream. Protecting this waterway is critical for regional ecological health.

Environmental context

Eagle Pass STP discharges into the Rio Grande basin, which flows southeast to the Gulf of Mexico. The Rio Grande is a vital water source in the arid region, supporting riparian habitats, migratory birds, and fish species. Downstream, the river's flow is heavily managed for irrigation and municipal use, making effluent quality important for maintaining ecosystem balance and water availability.

Frequently asked questions

Eagle Pass STP is located at 585 East Garrison Street, Eagle Pass, Maverick County, Texas, 78852, United States, near the US-Mexico border.

Eagle Pass STP serves approximately 24,000 residents in the city of Eagle Pass and surrounding areas.

Eagle Pass STP discharges treated wastewater into the Rio Grande basin, which flows into the Gulf of Mexico.

As a US facility, Eagle Pass STP operates under the Clean Water Act and must obtain an NPDES permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), which sets limits on effluent quality to protect the Rio Grande.

For a population of 24,000, secondary treatment is typically required under the Clean Water Act, which includes biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.