Overview
Englewood WWTP and Sewer System serves approximately 12,235 residents in Englewood, Ohio. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Stillwater River, a tributary of the Great Miami River, which flows to the Ohio River.
The Englewood WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Englewood, Montgomery County, Ohio, United States. It serves a population of about 12,235 people, classifying it as a small to medium-sized agglomeration under US regulatory frameworks. As a US facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. For a population of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, and the plant's design and operation must meet effluent limits for biochemical oxygen demand, total suspended solids, and other parameters. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the Stillwater River, which flows southward to join the Great Miami River near Dayton. The Great Miami River ultimately drains into the Ohio River, a major tributary of the Mississippi River. The Stillwater River supports diverse aquatic life and is used for recreation, making proper treatment essential for protecting water quality and downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
The Stillwater River flows through southwestern Ohio and joins the Great Miami River, which then empties into the Ohio River. This watershed supports a variety of fish and macroinvertebrate species and is an important resource for drinking water and recreation. The plant's discharge must comply with Ohio EPA standards to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect aquatic habitats in the Stillwater River and downstream waters.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Englewood, Montgomery County, Ohio, United States, along the Stillwater River Recreation Trail.
The plant serves approximately 12,235 residents in the Englewood area.
Treated wastewater is discharged into the Stillwater River, which flows into the Great Miami River and eventually the Ohio River.
As a US facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated by an NPDES permit issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency.
For a population of this size, secondary treatment is standard, which includes biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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