Hopedale WWTP and Sewer System - Cherry Valley, Ohio Wastewater Treatment

Hopedale WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Cherry Valley, Harrison County, Ohio. It serves a small population of 984 residents, reflecting the rural character of the area. The plant is situated inland, far from coastal influences, and operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Clean Water Act. The facility employs advanced treatment processes, ensuring a high level of pollutant removal before discharge. With a designed capacity of 473.18 and a current discharge volume of 196.84, the plant operates well below its capacity, indicating room for future growth. As a US facility, it is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting, which sets strict effluent limits to protect water quality. The treated effluent is released into local streams that drain into the Ohio River basin, ultimately reaching the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico. The plant plays a key role in safeguarding the health of these downstream waters by reducing nutrient and contaminant loads from the community.

The plant discharges into tributaries of the Ohio River, which flows into the Mississippi River and then the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for millions. The advanced treatment helps minimize nutrient pollution, which is critical for preventing hypoxia in the Gulf of Mexico.