Overview
LAKE OZARK REGIONAL WWTP serves approximately 17,474 people in Miller County, Missouri. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, contributing to the Lake of the Ozarks ecosystem.
LAKE OZARK REGIONAL WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Miller County, Missouri, serving a population of about 17,474. The plant is situated in the central United States, near the Lake of the Ozarks, a major recreational reservoir. As a regional facility, it plays a key role in managing wastewater from the surrounding communities. 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 serving a medium-sized agglomeration like this, secondary treatment is typically mandated to reduce organic pollutants and suspended solids. The Missouri Department of Natural Resources oversees permitting and compliance to ensure water quality standards are met. The treated effluent is discharged into the Lake of the Ozarks watershed, which drains into the Osage River and ultimately the Missouri River. The lake is a critical ecological and recreational resource, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing drinking water for downstream communities. Protecting this water body from nutrient pollution and pathogens is essential for maintaining its ecological health and recreational value.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Lake of the Ozarks watershed, which flows into the Osage River, a tributary of the Missouri River. The Lake of the Ozarks is a large reservoir that supports a variety of fish species and provides habitat for migratory birds. Nutrient loading from wastewater can contribute to algal blooms, so effective treatment is crucial for maintaining water quality in this ecologically sensitive system.
Frequently asked questions
LAKE OZARK REGIONAL WWTP is located on High Ridge Road in Miller County, Missouri, near the Lake of the Ozarks.
The plant serves approximately 17,474 people in the Lake Ozark region of Miller County, Missouri.
The treated wastewater is discharged into the Lake of the Ozarks watershed, which drains into the Osage River and eventually the Missouri River.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, requiring an NPDES permit issued by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources to ensure compliance with water quality standards.
For a medium-sized agglomeration like this, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce biochemical oxygen demand and suspended solids, often followed by disinfection before discharge.
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