Overview
HUMBOLDT STP serves approximately 9,470 residents in Humboldt, Tennessee, as part of the city's municipal wastewater infrastructure. The plant operates under U.S. Clean Water Act regulations.
HUMBOLDT STP is a wastewater treatment facility located in Humboldt, Gibson County, Tennessee, serving a population of about 9,470. It is situated in West Tennessee, an inland region with a humid subtropical climate. As a U.S. facility, the plant is subject to the Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting, which sets effluent limits to protect water quality. The plant discharges into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Mississippi River basin, contributing to the larger Gulf of Mexico watershed. Its operation supports the ecological health of downstream aquatic habitats, including rivers and wetlands in the region.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into tributaries of the Mississippi River, which drains into the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for fish and birds. The facility's discharge must comply with state and federal standards to protect downstream water quality and ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
HUMBOLDT STP is located at 409 South 3rd Avenue, Humboldt, Tennessee, in Gibson County.
The plant serves approximately 9,470 residents in the city of Humboldt.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that are part of the Mississippi River basin, ultimately reaching the Gulf of Mexico.
As a U.S. facility, HUMBOLDT STP operates under the Clean Water Act and is required to have an NPDES permit issued by the state or EPA, setting limits on pollutants to protect water quality.
For communities of this size, secondary treatment is standard under the Clean Water Act, which typically involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids.
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