Overview
HIGGINSVILLE N LAGOON is a wastewater treatment plant in Lafayette County, Missouri, serving approximately 1,300 people. It operates under the US Clean Water Act framework.
HIGGINSVILLE N LAGOON is a wastewater treatment facility located in Lafayette County, Missouri, serving a population of about 1,300 residents. The plant is situated near Missouri Route 13 and is part of the region's municipal wastewater infrastructure. As a small-scale facility in the United States, the plant is subject to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting program under the Clean Water Act. Lagoon systems are common for small communities in Missouri, providing primary or secondary treatment through natural biological processes. The treated effluent from the plant likely discharges to a local waterway within the Missouri River basin, which ultimately drains to the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico. The plant plays a role in protecting local water quality and downstream aquatic ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Missouri River watershed, which drains into the Mississippi River and eventually the Gulf of Mexico. The region supports diverse aquatic life and is important for migratory birds. Proper wastewater treatment helps maintain water quality in local streams and rivers, reducing nutrient loading and protecting downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
HIGGINSVILLE N LAGOON is located near Missouri Route 13 in Lafayette County, Missouri, United States.
The plant serves approximately 1,300 residents in the Higginsville area of Lafayette County.
The treated effluent is likely discharged to a local waterway within the Missouri River basin, which flows to the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico.
As a US wastewater facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program, administered by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.
Small communities in Missouri often use lagoon systems, which provide secondary treatment through natural biological processes such as algae and bacteria. These systems are cost-effective for small populations and meet state water quality standards.
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