Overview
Greenfield WWTP and Sewer System serves approximately 4,906 residents in Greenfield, Ohio. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways within the Paint Creek watershed.
Greenfield WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Greenfield, Ohio, serving a population of about 4,906. The plant is situated in Highland County and is part of the community's essential infrastructure for managing domestic wastewater. As a small to medium-sized facility, it plays a key role in protecting public health and the local environment. Under the U.S. Clean Water Act, wastewater treatment plants of this scale are typically required to meet secondary treatment standards through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program. The plant's treatment processes are designed to reduce pollutants to levels that protect receiving water bodies. The regulatory framework ensures compliance with federal and state water quality standards. The plant discharges into the Paint Creek watershed, which flows into the Scioto River and ultimately the Ohio River. This drainage basin supports diverse aquatic life and provides recreational opportunities. The plant's operations are critical for maintaining water quality in these downstream ecosystems, particularly given the agricultural and rural character of the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Paint Creek watershed, a tributary of the Scioto River, which flows into the Ohio River. This river system supports diverse aquatic species and is an important migratory corridor for fish. The surrounding area is predominantly agricultural, making nutrient management a key concern for downstream water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 8927 Paint Creek Recreational Trail, Greenfield, Ohio, in Highland County.
The plant serves approximately 4,906 residents in the Greenfield area.
The plant discharges into the Paint Creek watershed, which flows into the Scioto River and then the Ohio River.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act and is subject to NPDES permit requirements, which mandate secondary treatment and effluent limits to protect water quality.
Plants of this size in Ohio typically use secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge or trickling filters, followed by disinfection, to meet NPDES permit limits.
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