Overview
Haskell North WWTP is a projected wastewater treatment facility in Haskell, Arkansas, serving approximately 5,932 people. It will operate under the US Clean Water Act's NPDES permitting program.
Haskell North WWTP is a planned wastewater treatment facility located in Haskell, Arkansas, within Saline County. The plant is projected to serve a population of approximately 5,932 residents, addressing the community's future wastewater management needs. As a new facility, it is designed to meet regulatory standards from the outset. The plant will operate under the US Clean Water Act, which requires National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for all wastewater discharges. For a facility of this scale, secondary treatment is typically mandated, with additional nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive waters. The specific treatment process and capacity details are not yet finalized, but the plant will comply with state and federal regulations. The treated effluent from Haskell North WWTP will likely discharge into a local waterway within the Arkansas River basin, which ultimately flows into the Mississippi River and then the Gulf of Mexico. This downstream connection underscores the importance of effective treatment to protect aquatic ecosystems and downstream water quality.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge will enter a tributary of the Arkansas River, part of the larger Mississippi River watershed that drains into the Gulf of Mexico. This region supports diverse aquatic life and is ecologically sensitive to nutrient pollution, which can contribute to hypoxia in the Gulf. Proper treatment is essential to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
Haskell North WWTP is located at 698 Creek Road in Haskell, Arkansas, within Saline County, United States.
The plant is projected to serve approximately 5,932 residents in the Haskell area.
The treated effluent will be discharged into a local waterway within the Arkansas River basin, which flows into the Mississippi River and ultimately the Gulf of Mexico.
The plant will operate under the US Clean Water Act, requiring an NPDES permit issued by the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment or the EPA.
For a facility of this size, secondary treatment is standard, often including biological processes like activated sludge. Additional nutrient removal may be required if discharging into sensitive waters.
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