Embarrass_Cloverleaf Lakes WWTF, Embarrass

Overview

Embarrass_Cloverleaf Lakes WWTF is a secondary treatment plant serving 1,228 people in Embarrass, Wisconsin. It discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, with a designed capacity of 643.52 and an average flow of 397.47.

The Embarrass_Cloverleaf Lakes WWTF is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Embarrass, Wisconsin, United States. It serves a population of approximately 1,228 residents in the Cloverleaf Lakes area, operating under state and federal regulations. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by the US Clean Water Act for most municipal facilities. With a designed capacity of 643.52 and an average daily flow of 397.47, the plant operates within its capacity. Treatment processes typical for this scale include biological treatment followed by disinfection. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Wolf River basin and ultimately into Lake Michigan via Green Bay. This water body supports diverse aquatic life and is an important resource for recreation and wildlife habitat in the region.

Environmental context

The plant discharges into the Wolf River basin, which flows into Lake Michigan via Green Bay. This watershed supports a variety of fish species and migratory birds. The region's wetlands and lakes, including the Cloverleaf Lakes, are ecologically sensitive areas that benefit from proper wastewater treatment to prevent nutrient pollution and maintain water quality.

Frequently asked questions

The plant is located on Depot Street in Embarrass, Waupaca County, Wisconsin, United States.

The plant serves approximately 1,228 residents in the Embarrass and Cloverleaf Lakes area.

The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Wolf River basin and ultimately into Lake Michigan via Green Bay.

The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required by the US Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater facilities.

The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.