Overview
ISHPEMING STP serves approximately 6,686 residents in Ishpeming, Michigan. The plant operates under U.S. Clean Water Act regulations for municipal wastewater treatment.
ISHPEMING STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Ishpeming, Marquette County, Michigan. Serving a population of about 6,686, the plant is part of the region's infrastructure for managing domestic wastewater from the community. As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act, with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). For a population of this size, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent standards before discharge. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that drain into Lake Superior, the largest of the Great Lakes. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for millions. The plant plays a key role in protecting water quality in the Lake Superior basin.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into tributaries of the Lake Superior watershed, which ultimately flows into Lake Superior. This freshwater ecosystem supports cold-water fish species such as lake trout and whitefish, and is a critical resource for regional water supply. Protecting water quality in this basin is essential for maintaining the ecological health of the Great Lakes system.
Frequently asked questions
ISHPEMING STP is located at 724 Sunset Drive in Ishpeming, Marquette County, Michigan, United States.
The plant serves approximately 6,686 residents in the Ishpeming area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that drain into Lake Superior, following NPDES permit requirements.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits issued by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE).
For a population of this size, secondary treatment is typically required, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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