Overview
GUTHRIE PWA WWT serves approximately 9,925 people in Logan County, Oklahoma. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with discharge regulated by the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality.
GUTHRIE PWA WWT is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Logan County, Oklahoma, serving a population of about 9,925. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are part of the regional wastewater infrastructure for the Guthrie area. As a U.S. facility, the plant is subject to the Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting. For a population of this size, secondary treatment is typically required, and the plant's discharge permit would specify effluent limits to protect water quality. The treated effluent likely discharges to a local waterway within the Arkansas River basin, which ultimately drains to the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico. The plant plays a role in protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems and maintaining water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a tributary of the Arkansas River basin, which flows through Oklahoma and Arkansas before joining the Mississippi River. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is used for recreation and water supply. Proper treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution and protects downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
GUTHRIE PWA WWT is located on Beemer Road in Logan County, Oklahoma, United States.
The plant serves approximately 9,925 people in the Guthrie area.
The treated effluent is discharged to a local waterway within the Arkansas River basin, which ultimately flows to the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico.
As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated by an NPDES permit issued by the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality.
For a population of this size, secondary treatment is typically required under the Clean Water Act, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids.
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