Overview
Herculaneum WWTP serves approximately 3,268 residents in Herculaneum, Missouri. The facility operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which governs wastewater discharge standards for municipal plants.
Herculaneum WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Herculaneum, Missouri, within Jefferson County. The plant serves a population of around 3,268 people, making it a small-scale treatment operation in the region. As a U.S. facility, Herculaneum WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act, administered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and likely permitted through the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. For plants of this size, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent limits for biochemical oxygen demand and total suspended solids. The plant discharges treated wastewater into a local waterway that ultimately drains into the Mississippi River basin. The Mississippi River is a major ecological corridor supporting diverse aquatic life and providing drinking water for millions downstream. Proper treatment at this plant helps protect water quality in the river system.
Environmental context
Herculaneum WWTP discharges into a tributary of the Mississippi River, which flows south to the Gulf of Mexico. The Mississippi River basin supports a wide range of fish, birds, and other wildlife, and is a critical migratory route. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this ecologically significant watershed.
Frequently asked questions
Herculaneum WWTP is located on School Street in Herculaneum, Missouri, within Jefferson County, United States.
Herculaneum WWTP serves approximately 3,268 residents in the Herculaneum area.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into a local waterway that flows into the Mississippi River basin, ultimately reaching the Gulf of Mexico.
As a U.S. municipal plant, Herculaneum WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act, which requires National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits. These permits set effluent limits to protect water quality.
For small plants serving around 3,000 people, secondary treatment is standard under the Clean Water Act. This typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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