Overview
Iowa Great Lakes WWTP in Milford, Iowa serves approximately 23,637 people. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, managing wastewater for the Iowa Great Lakes region.
Iowa Great Lakes WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Milford, Dickinson County, Iowa. It serves a population of around 23,637, supporting the communities around the Iowa Great Lakes, a popular recreational area. The plant is part of the state's infrastructure to protect water quality in the region. As a US facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act, with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. For a population of this size, secondary treatment is typically required, and the plant likely employs biological treatment processes to meet effluent standards. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Missouri River basin. The Iowa Great Lakes are ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing habitat for migratory birds. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and protect downstream water quality.
Environmental context
The Iowa Great Lakes WWTP discharges into the watershed of the Iowa Great Lakes, a chain of glacial lakes in northwestern Iowa. These lakes drain into the Little Sioux River, which flows into the Missouri River and eventually the Mississippi River. The region supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and is an important recreational and ecological resource, requiring careful management of nutrient loads to prevent algal blooms.
Frequently asked questions
Iowa Great Lakes WWTP is located on 28th Street in Milford, Dickinson County, Iowa, United States.
The plant serves a population of approximately 23,637 people in the Milford area and surrounding communities.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which drains into the Iowa Great Lakes and eventually the Missouri River basin.
The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits issued by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, requiring secondary treatment and compliance with effluent limits.
For a population of this size, secondary treatment is standard, typically involving biological processes like activated sludge or trickling filters to remove organic matter and solids.
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