Overview
GARRISON wastewater treatment plant in Garrison, Kentucky, serves 350 people with secondary treatment. It discharges 60.57 million gallons per year and has a designed capacity of 431.54 million gallons per year.
The GARRISON wastewater treatment plant is located in Garrison, Lewis County, Kentucky, United States. It serves a small population of 350 residents, reflecting its role as a local municipal facility in a rural area. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required under the U.S. Clean Water Act for most municipal wastewater facilities. With a designed capacity of 431.54 million gallons per year and an actual discharge volume of 60.57 million gallons per year, the plant operates well below its capacity, indicating ample headroom for future growth. The treated effluent is discharged into a local water body, contributing to the Ohio River basin. The plant's operations help protect downstream water quality in the region, supporting aquatic life and recreational uses in the watershed.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a tributary of the Ohio River, which flows into the Mississippi River and ultimately the Gulf of Mexico. The local watershed supports diverse aquatic habitats and is important for regional biodiversity. The plant's secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads, mitigating impacts on downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The GARRISON wastewater treatment plant is located in Garrison, Lewis County, Kentucky, United States.
The GARRISON plant serves a population of 350 people.
The plant discharges treated effluent into a local water body that is part of the Ohio River basin.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required under the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater facilities.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which mandates secondary treatment for municipal plants. It is likely permitted through the Kentucky Division of Water under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program.
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