Overview
Hatfield WWTP is an advanced treatment facility in Polk County, Arkansas, serving a small population of 413. It discharges 71.92 units of treated wastewater daily, with a designed capacity of 264.98 units.
Hatfield WWTP is a wastewater treatment facility located in Polk County, Arkansas, United States. It serves a small community of 413 residents, reflecting its role in rural wastewater management within the state. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, ensuring a high level of effluent quality. With a designed capacity of 264.98 units and a current discharge volume of 71.92 units, it operates well below its capacity, indicating potential for future growth or seasonal variability. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Ouachita River basin, contributing to the broader Mississippi River watershed. This advanced treatment helps protect downstream aquatic ecosystems and supports water quality in the region.
Environmental context
Hatfield WWTP discharges into local streams that flow into the Ouachita River, a major tributary of the Mississippi River. The Ouachita River supports diverse aquatic life, including several fish species and migratory birds. Advanced treatment at this plant helps minimize nutrient and pollutant loads, protecting the ecological health of the river and its downstream environments.
Frequently asked questions
Hatfield WWTP is located in Polk County, Arkansas, United States, near the town of Hatfield.
Hatfield WWTP serves a population of 413 residents, typical of a small rural community in Arkansas.
Hatfield WWTP uses advanced treatment processes, which provide a higher level of pollutant removal compared to secondary treatment, ensuring cleaner effluent.
Hatfield WWTP discharges into local waterways that flow into the Ouachita River, part of the Mississippi River basin, helping to protect these water bodies from pollution.
Hatfield WWTP operates under the US Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for discharges. Advanced treatment aligns with EPA guidelines for protecting water quality in sensitive areas.
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