Overview
Harrell WWTP is an advanced treatment facility in Calhoun County, Arkansas, serving a small population of 254. It discharges 170.34 units of treated wastewater daily.
Harrell WWTP is a wastewater treatment facility located in Calhoun County, Arkansas, United States. It serves a small community of 254 residents, reflecting its role in rural wastewater management. The plant operates with advanced treatment technology, ensuring high-quality effluent before discharge. The plant has a designed capacity of 272.55 units and currently treats 170.34 units, indicating it operates below its maximum capacity. As a US facility, it is subject to the Clean Water Act and likely operates under an NPDES permit issued by the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment, which sets effluent limits to protect water quality. The treated effluent is discharged into a local water body, ultimately contributing to the Ouachita River basin. This region supports diverse aquatic life and is important for local ecosystems. The advanced treatment level helps minimize environmental impact on downstream waters.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a local stream within the Ouachita River basin, which flows into the Ouachita River and eventually the Mississippi River. This watershed supports diverse aquatic species and is used for recreation and water supply. Advanced treatment reduces nutrient and pollutant loads, protecting downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
Harrell WWTP is located on County Road 151 in Calhoun County, Arkansas, United States.
The plant serves a population of 254 residents in the rural Calhoun County area.
Harrell WWTP provides advanced treatment, which goes beyond secondary treatment to remove nutrients and other pollutants.
As a US facility, Harrell WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act and is likely permitted through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), which sets discharge limits to protect water quality.
Small plants in Arkansas often use advanced treatment to meet stringent state water quality standards, especially when discharging to sensitive watersheds.
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