Overview
Jeffersonville STP serves approximately 36,000 residents in Jeffersonville, Indiana. The plant treats municipal wastewater and discharges into the Ohio River watershed.
The Jeffersonville STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Jeffersonville, Indiana, serving a population of around 36,066. It is part of the city's infrastructure managed by local authorities. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for all discharges. For a facility of this scale, secondary treatment is typically mandated to meet effluent limits. The treated wastewater is discharged into the Ohio River, a major tributary of the Mississippi River. This river system supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for millions downstream. The plant plays a key role in protecting water quality in the Ohio River basin.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Ohio River, which flows into the Mississippi River and eventually the Gulf of Mexico. The Ohio River watershed supports a variety of fish and wildlife, including several species of freshwater mussels and migratory birds. The area is ecologically sensitive due to industrial and agricultural runoff, making effective wastewater treatment critical for maintaining water quality.
Frequently asked questions
Jeffersonville STP is located at 1502 Pennsylvania Avenue, Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States.
The plant serves approximately 36,066 residents in the Jeffersonville area.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Ohio River, which flows into the Mississippi River and ultimately the Gulf of Mexico.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, requiring an NPDES permit issued by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management or the EPA.
For a facility of this size, secondary treatment is standard under the Clean Water Act, which removes at least 85% of organic matter and suspended solids.
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