Overview
LA FARGE STP is a secondary treatment plant serving 746 people in the Town of Stark, Wisconsin. It discharges treated wastewater into local waterways within the Mississippi River basin.
LA FARGE STP is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in the Town of Stark, Vernon County, Wisconsin. It serves a small population of 746 residents, providing secondary treatment to meet state and federal water quality standards. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires secondary treatment for municipal facilities. With a designed capacity of 651.09 thousand gallons per day and an average discharge volume of 325.55 thousand gallons per day, the plant operates at approximately 50% capacity, indicating room for future growth. The treated effluent is discharged into a nearby stream that flows into the Kickapoo River, a tributary of the Wisconsin River, which ultimately drains into the Mississippi River. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is part of the Driftless Area, known for its unique geology and cold-water fisheries.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge enters a local tributary of the Kickapoo River, which flows through the Driftless Area of southwestern Wisconsin. This region features spring-fed streams and cold-water habitats that support trout and other sensitive species. The Kickapoo River joins the Wisconsin River, which empties into the Mississippi River, a major migratory corridor for fish and birds. Protecting water quality in this watershed is critical for maintaining the ecological health of the Upper Mississippi River system.
Frequently asked questions
LA FARGE STP is located on State Highway 131 in Tunnelville, Town of Stark, Vernon County, Wisconsin, United States.
The plant serves a population of 746 people in the Town of Stark and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges treated effluent into a local stream that flows into the Kickapoo River, part of the Mississippi River basin.
LA FARGE STP provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required by the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater plants.
As a U.S. plant, LA FARGE STP operates under the Clean Water Act, with permits issued by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to ensure compliance with water quality standards.
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