Overview
HAVEN WWTP serves approximately 975 people in Reno County, Kansas, as part of the municipal wastewater infrastructure. The plant operates under U.S. Clean Water Act regulations.
HAVEN WWTP is a wastewater treatment facility located in Reno County, Kansas, serving a small population of around 975 residents. The plant is situated in a rural inland area, contributing to local sanitation and water quality management. As a small-scale facility in the United States, HAVEN WWTP is subject to the Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting requirements. Treatment processes for plants of this size typically involve primary and secondary treatment stages to meet effluent standards. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways that drain into the Arkansas River basin, ultimately flowing toward the Mississippi River system. This connection underscores the importance of effective treatment to protect downstream aquatic ecosystems and water quality.
Environmental context
HAVEN WWTP discharges into local streams that are part of the Arkansas River watershed, which flows through Kansas and Oklahoma before joining the Mississippi River. The receiving waters support diverse aquatic life and are used for recreation and agriculture. Proper treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution and protects downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
HAVEN WWTP is located on East Arlington Road in Reno County, Kansas, United States.
HAVEN WWTP serves approximately 975 residents in the Haven area of Reno County.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that drain into the Arkansas River basin, ultimately reaching the Mississippi River.
As a U.S. facility, HAVEN WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act and is required to have an NPDES permit issued by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.
Small plants in Kansas typically use primary and secondary treatment processes, such as activated sludge or lagoon systems, to meet state and federal effluent standards.
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