Overview
Hanover WWTP serves approximately 2,834 residents in Hanover, Indiana. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act framework, treating municipal wastewater before discharge.
Hanover WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Hanover, Jefferson County, Indiana. It serves a population of around 2,834 people, placing it in the small community category under US EPA guidelines. As a US facility, the plant is subject to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting program under the Clean Water Act. For small communities like Hanover, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent limits for biochemical oxygen demand and total suspended solids. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into a local waterway that ultimately drains into the Ohio River basin. The Ohio River supports diverse aquatic life and serves as a major drinking water source for downstream communities. Proper treatment helps protect water quality in this ecologically significant watershed.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a tributary of the Ohio River, which flows into the Mississippi River and eventually the Gulf of Mexico. The Ohio River basin supports a variety of fish species and provides habitat for migratory birds. Maintaining effective wastewater treatment is essential to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect downstream aquatic ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
Hanover WWTP is located on Hanover Beach Hill Road in Hanover, Jefferson County, Indiana, United States.
The plant serves approximately 2,834 residents in the Hanover area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into a local waterway that flows into the Ohio River basin.
As a US facility, Hanover WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to NPDES permit requirements enforced by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management.
For small communities of this size, secondary treatment is standard, which typically includes biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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