Overview
LAKE CO SE REG WWTF serves Lakeport, California, treating wastewater for approximately 32,868 residents. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits regulating discharge to protect local water quality.
LAKE CO SE REG WWTF is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Lakeport, Lake County, California. It serves a population of approximately 32,868, placing it in the medium-agglomeration category for U.S. regulatory purposes. The plant is situated inland, away from the Pacific coast, and its operations are subject to state and federal environmental oversight. As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act, which requires National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for any discharge to surface waters. The California State Water Resources Control Board oversees compliance with discharge limits and monitoring requirements. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into a local water body within the Clear Lake watershed, which is part of the larger Sacramento River basin. Clear Lake is one of California's oldest natural lakes and supports diverse aquatic life, including native fish species. The plant's operations are crucial for maintaining water quality in this ecologically sensitive region, which ultimately drains to the Pacific Ocean via the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta.
Environmental context
The plant serves the Clear Lake watershed, a large natural lake in California's Coast Range. Clear Lake drains into Cache Creek, which flows into the Sacramento River and eventually the San Francisco Bay and Pacific Ocean. The lake supports a variety of fish and bird species, making it an important ecological habitat. Protecting water quality in this watershed is essential for maintaining regional biodiversity and recreational uses.
Frequently asked questions
LAKE CO SE REG WWTF is located in Lakeport, Lake County, California, United States. The facility serves the southeastern region of Lake County.
The plant serves approximately 32,868 people, classifying it as a medium-sized municipal wastewater treatment facility.
The plant discharges treated effluent into a local water body within the Clear Lake watershed, likely under an NPDES permit that sets limits on pollutants to protect water quality.
As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. These permits require compliance with discharge limits and monitoring.
For a plant of this size, secondary treatment is typically required under the Clean Water Act. Many facilities also incorporate advanced treatment or disinfection to meet local water quality standards.
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