Overview
Lake Wappapello State Park wastewater treatment plant serves a small population of 80 in Wayne County, Missouri, providing secondary treatment. The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed.
Lake Wappapello State Park wastewater treatment plant is located in Wayne County, Missouri, within the Lake Wappapello State Park area. The facility serves a small population of 80 people, reflecting its role as a park-based treatment system. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires secondary treatment for municipal wastewater discharges. The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard level for small facilities in the United States. Its designed capacity is 30.28 units, matching the current discharge volume, indicating full utilization. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the St. Francis River and ultimately the Mississippi River. The plant plays a key role in protecting the recreational and ecological value of Lake Wappapello, a popular fishing and boating destination. Proper treatment helps maintain water quality for aquatic life and downstream communities.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Lake Wappapello watershed, which flows into the St. Francis River and then the Mississippi River. The lake supports diverse aquatic life and is an important recreational resource. The plant's secondary treatment helps protect downstream water quality in this ecologically sensitive region.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Wayne County, Missouri, within Lake Wappapello State Park, near Asher Creek.
The plant serves a small population of 80 people, typical for a state park facility.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which drains into the St. Francis River and ultimately the Mississippi River.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard requirement under the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater facilities.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which mandates secondary treatment for municipal discharges. Small facilities like this are typically permitted by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.
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