Overview
Jewett WWTP and Sewer System serves 784 residents in Jewett, Ohio, with advanced treatment. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways in the Ohio River basin.
Jewett WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Jewett, Harrison County, Ohio. Serving a population of approximately 784, the plant provides advanced treatment to protect public health and the environment in this rural community. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for all discharges. With a designed capacity of 378.54 cubic meters per day, the facility treats wastewater to advanced levels, ensuring compliance with state and federal standards for effluent quality. The treated effluent is discharged into local streams that flow into the Ohio River basin. The Ohio River is a major tributary of the Mississippi River, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing drinking water for millions. Advanced treatment helps minimize nutrient loading and protect downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local waterways that drain into the Ohio River, a major tributary of the Mississippi River. The Ohio River basin supports diverse aquatic species and provides drinking water for millions. Advanced treatment reduces nutrient and pollutant loads, helping to maintain water quality in this ecologically significant watershed.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Old Jewett Road in Jewett, Harrison County, Ohio, United States.
The plant serves approximately 784 residents in the Jewett area.
The treated effluent is discharged into local streams that flow into the Ohio River basin.
The plant provides advanced treatment, which goes beyond secondary treatment to remove nutrients and other pollutants.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, requiring an NPDES permit issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency to ensure compliance with effluent limits.
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