Overview
Jackson CS is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving approximately 7,800 residents in Jackson, Louisiana. The facility operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act framework, which governs discharge quality for inland plants.
Jackson CS is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Jackson, East Feliciana Parish, Louisiana. The facility serves a population of approximately 7,800 residents, classifying it as a small to medium-sized agglomeration under U.S. regulatory standards. As a U.S. plant, Jackson CS operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality. These permits set effluent limits based on the receiving water body's assimilative capacity and designated uses. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Mississippi River basin. The surrounding region features mixed agricultural and forested land use, with the nearby Tickfaw River and Amite River systems contributing to the broader Lake Pontchartrain watershed. Proper treatment helps protect downstream aquatic habitats and recreational water quality.
Environmental context
Jackson CS discharges into local tributaries of the Mississippi River basin, which flows into the Gulf of Mexico. The receiving waters support diverse aquatic life and are used for recreation and fishing. The facility's discharge contributes to the nutrient load in the Mississippi River, which has been linked to hypoxic zones in the Gulf. Effective treatment is essential to minimize environmental impact on downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
Jackson CS is located at 2587 Creekfield Road in Jackson, East Feliciana Parish, Louisiana, United States.
Jackson CS serves approximately 7,800 residents in the Jackson area.
Jackson CS discharges treated wastewater into local waterways that are part of the Mississippi River basin, ultimately reaching the Gulf of Mexico.
Jackson CS operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act and is subject to NPDES permits issued by the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality, which set effluent limits to protect water quality.
For plants of this scale in the U.S., secondary treatment is typically required under the Clean Water Act, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids.
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