Overview
Frankfort STP and CS serves approximately 45,000 people in Frankfort, Kentucky. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Kentucky River, a tributary of the Ohio River.
Frankfort STP and CS is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Frankfort, Kentucky, serving a population of around 45,000. The plant is situated along the Kentucky River, which flows through the state capital and is a key water resource for the region. 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 Kentucky Division of Water. For a population of this size, secondary treatment is typically required, with additional nutrient removal standards in sensitive watersheds. The treated effluent is discharged into the Kentucky River, which flows northward to join the Ohio River at Carrollton. The Ohio River then drains into the Mississippi River, ultimately reaching the Gulf of Mexico. The plant plays a critical role in protecting downstream water quality and aquatic habitats.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Kentucky River, a major tributary of the Ohio River. The Kentucky River basin supports diverse aquatic life, including several fish species and mussels. Downstream, the Ohio River is a vital migratory corridor for fish and birds. The plant's nutrient removal performance is important for preventing algal blooms in the Ohio and Mississippi River systems, which flow into the Gulf of Mexico.
Frequently asked questions
Frankfort STP and CS is located at Riverview Trail in Frankfort, Franklin County, Kentucky, United States.
The plant serves approximately 45,000 people in the Frankfort area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Kentucky River, which flows into the Ohio River and eventually the Mississippi River.
As a US facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated by an NPDES permit issued by the Kentucky Division of Water.
For a population of this size, secondary treatment is standard, with possible nutrient removal requirements to protect the Ohio River basin.
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